Carpenter Salary in Riverside, CA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$53,713
Hourly Rate
$25.82
/hour
Jobs in Area
420
employed
Carpenter Salary Range in Riverside, CA
Annual Salary Range
$35k
10th percentile
$43k
25th
$65k
75th
$78k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $34,798 | $16.73 |
| 25th Percentile | $43,165 | $20.75 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $53,713 | $25.82 |
| 75th Percentile | $64,870 | $31.19 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $78,136 | $37.57 |
| Average (Mean) | $57,537 | $27.66 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Carpenter salary in Riverside, CA is $53,713 per year or $25.82 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 Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Riverside, CA Compares
vs National Average
$52,640
vs California Average
$55,252
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$48,609
Cost of living in Riverside, CA is 10.5% above the national average.
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