salary$41,670 a year$20 an hour · median pay in the Macon-Bibb County, GA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$30,050per year
Top pay (top 10%)$62,950per year
Jobs in the area70people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Macon?
Expensive. Rent of $1,276 a month takes 36.7% of the median carpenter salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a carpenter make in Macon, GA?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Macon-Bibb County, GA area is $41,670 a year ($20 an hour). Most earn between $30,050 and $62,950.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Macon?
Typical rent of $1,276 a month takes 36.7% of the median carpenter salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Macon-Bibb County, GA metro area.