salary$49,110 a year$24 an hour · median pay in the Tucson, AZ area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,660per year
Top pay (top 10%)$72,290per year
Jobs in the area1,380people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Tucson?
Expensive. Rent of $1,358 a month takes 33.2% 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 Tucson, AZ?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Tucson, AZ area is $49,110 a year ($24 an hour). Most earn between $37,660 and $72,290.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Tucson?
Typical rent of $1,358 a month takes 33.2% 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 Tucson, AZ metro area.