Carpenter Salary in Detroit, MI
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$49,539
Hourly Rate
$23.82
/hour
Jobs in Area
470
employed
Carpenter Salary Range in Detroit, MI
Annual Salary Range
$33k
10th percentile
$40k
25th
$60k
75th
$74k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $32,987 | $15.86 |
| 25th Percentile | $39,933 | $19.20 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $49,539 | $23.82 |
| 75th Percentile | $60,249 | $28.97 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $74,214 | $35.68 |
| Average (Mean) | $52,581 | $25.28 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Carpenter salary in Detroit, MI is $49,539 per year or $23.82 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Detroit, MI Compares
vs National Average
$52,640
vs Michigan Average
$51,742
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$53,383
Cost of living in Detroit, MI is 7.2% below the national average.
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