salary$44,900 a year$22 an hour · median pay in the Savannah, GA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$32,410per year
Top pay (top 10%)$65,070per year
Jobs in the area330people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Savannah?
Expensive. Rent of $1,718 a month takes 45.9% 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 Savannah, GA?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Savannah, GA area is $44,900 a year ($22 an hour). Most earn between $32,410 and $65,070.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Savannah?
Typical rent of $1,718 a month takes 45.9% 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 Savannah, GA metro area.