salary$48,940 a year$24 an hour · median pay in the Oklahoma City, OK area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$36,260per year
Top pay (top 10%)$74,880per year
Jobs in the area1,420people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Oklahoma City?
Expensive. Rent of $1,327 a month takes 32.5% 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 Oklahoma City, OK?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Oklahoma City, OK area is $48,940 a year ($24 an hour). Most earn between $36,260 and $74,880.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Oklahoma City?
Typical rent of $1,327 a month takes 32.5% 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 Oklahoma City, OK metro area.