salary$63,480 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Madison, WI area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,670per year
Top pay (top 10%)$92,430per year
Jobs in the area2,320people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Madison?
Expensive. Rent of $1,723 a month takes 32.6% 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 Madison, WI?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Madison, WI area is $63,480 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $46,670 and $92,430.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Madison?
Typical rent of $1,723 a month takes 32.6% 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 Madison, WI metro area.