salary$60,830 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Midland, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$45,100per year
Top pay (top 10%)$76,420per year
Jobs in the area170people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Midland?
Expensive. Rent of $1,887 a month takes 37.2% 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 Midland, TX?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Midland, TX area is $60,830 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $45,100 and $76,420.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Midland?
Typical rent of $1,887 a month takes 37.2% 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 Midland, TX metro area.