salary$55,770 a year$27 an hour · median pay in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$40,120per year
Top pay (top 10%)$69,680per year
Jobs in the area3,040people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Murfreesboro?
Expensive. Rent of $1,878 a month takes 40.4% 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 Murfreesboro, TN?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN area is $55,770 a year ($27 an hour). Most earn between $40,120 and $69,680.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Murfreesboro?
Typical rent of $1,878 a month takes 40.4% 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 Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN metro area.