salary$67,530 a year$32 an hour · median pay in the Salinas, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,930per year
Top pay (top 10%)$104,630per year
Jobs in the area1,210people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Salinas?
Expensive. Rent of $2,412 a month takes 42.9% 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 Salinas, CA?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Salinas, CA area is $67,530 a year ($32 an hour). Most earn between $47,930 and $104,630.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Salinas?
Typical rent of $2,412 a month takes 42.9% 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 Salinas, CA metro area.