salary$50,830 a year$24 an hour · median pay in the Wilmington, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$38,010per year
Top pay (top 10%)$64,510per year
Jobs in the area640people work this job
Can a carpenter afford Wilmington?
Expensive. Rent of $1,730 a month takes 40.8% 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 Wilmington, NC?
The median pay for a carpenter in the Wilmington, NC area is $50,830 a year ($24 an hour). Most earn between $38,010 and $64,510.
Can a carpenter afford to live in Wilmington?
Typical rent of $1,730 a month takes 40.8% 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 Wilmington, NC metro area.