Carpenter Salary in St. Louis, MO
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$47,479
Hourly Rate
$22.83
/hour
Jobs in Area
404
employed
Carpenter Salary Range in St. Louis, MO
Annual Salary Range
$32k
10th percentile
$39k
25th
$58k
75th
$68k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $31,730 | $15.25 |
| 25th Percentile | $39,303 | $18.90 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $47,479 | $22.83 |
| 75th Percentile | $58,433 | $28.09 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $67,926 | $32.66 |
| Average (Mean) | $51,322 | $24.67 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Carpenter salary in St. Louis, MO is $47,479 per year or $22.83 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 St. Louis Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How St. Louis, MO Compares
vs National Average
$52,640
vs Missouri Average
$56,612
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$52,405
Cost of living in St. Louis, MO is 9.4% below the national average.
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