salary$72,770 a year$35 an hour · median pay in the Rockford, IL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,470per year
Top pay (top 10%)$104,360per year
Jobs in the area810people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Rockford?
OK. Rent of $1,218 a month takes 20.1% of the median carpenter salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a carpenter make in Rockford, IL?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Rockford, IL area is $72,770 a year ($35 an hour). Most earn between $46,470 and $104,360.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Rockford?
Typical rent of $1,218 a month takes 20.1% of the median carpenter salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Rockford, IL metro area.