salary$47,360 a year$23 an hour · median pay in the Montgomery, AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$34,080per year
Top pay (top 10%)$60,100per year
Jobs in the area300people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Montgomery?
Expensive. Rent of $1,304 a month takes 33.0% 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 Montgomery, AL?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Montgomery, AL area is $47,360 a year ($23 an hour). Most earn between $34,080 and $60,100.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Montgomery?
Typical rent of $1,304 a month takes 33.0% 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 Montgomery, AL metro area.