salary$62,350 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Reno, NV area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$44,920per year
Top pay (top 10%)$96,900per year
Jobs in the area2,750people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Reno?
Expensive. Rent of $1,783 a month takes 34.3% 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 Reno, NV?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Reno, NV area is $62,350 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $44,920 and $96,900.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Reno?
Typical rent of $1,783 a month takes 34.3% 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 Reno, NV metro area.