Carpenters Jobs Pay in Raleigh-Cary, NC
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $23.43 – $25.77
Average Annual Pay
Range: $48,734 – $53,608
How much do Carpenters make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$20.91/hr
Range: $19.92 – $21.90
Annual Rate
$43,495
Range: $41,424 – $45,567
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.60/hr
Range: $23.43 – $25.77
Annual Rate
$51,171
Range: $48,734 – $53,608
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$28.29/hr
Range: $26.94 – $29.64
Annual Rate
$58,847
Range: $56,044 – $61,649
Carpenters job description
Carpenters professionals are skilled tradespeople who build, maintain, and repair structures and infrastructure. They work on residential, commercial, and industrial projects using specialized tools and techniques.
- •Read and interpret blueprints and plans
- •Operate tools and equipment safely
- •Install, repair, or construct structures
- •Follow building codes and regulations
- •Maintain a safe work environment
- •Collaborate with other trades
- •Technical trade skills
- •Physical strength and stamina
- •Blueprint reading
- •Safety awareness
- •Problem-solving
- •Hand-eye coordination
- •Trade certification or apprenticeship
- •Valid driver's license
- •OSHA training preferred
- •Ability to work at heights and outdoors

