salary$73,730 a year$35 an hour · median pay in the Modesto, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,970per year
Top pay (top 10%)$117,750per year
Jobs in the area1,430people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Modesto?
Expensive. Rent of $1,988 a month takes 32.4% 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 Modesto, CA?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Modesto, CA area is $73,730 a year ($35 an hour). Most earn between $48,970 and $117,750.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Modesto?
Typical rent of $1,988 a month takes 32.4% 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 Modesto, CA metro area.