salary$53,230 a year$26 an hour · median pay in the Provo-Orem-Lehi, UT area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,190per year
Top pay (top 10%)$74,600per year
Jobs in the area3,080people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Provo?
Expensive. Rent of $1,375 a month takes 31.0% 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 Provo, UT?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Provo-Orem-Lehi, UT area is $53,230 a year ($26 an hour). Most earn between $37,190 and $74,600.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Provo?
Typical rent of $1,375 a month takes 31.0% 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 Provo-Orem-Lehi, UT metro area.