salary$65,750 a year$32 an hour · median pay in the New Haven, CT area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$50,810per year
Top pay (top 10%)$89,310per year
Jobs in the area730people work this job
Can a carpenter afford New Haven?
Expensive. Rent of $2,010 a month takes 36.7% 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 New Haven, CT?
The median pay for a carpenter in the New Haven, CT area is $65,750 a year ($32 an hour). Most earn between $50,810 and $89,310.
Can a carpenter afford to live in New Haven?
Typical rent of $2,010 a month takes 36.7% 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 New Haven, CT metro area.