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How much do Carpenters make in Illinois?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Carpenters in Illinois earn a median salary of $79,000 per year ($6,583/month). This is 33.4% above the national average of $59,239. Illinois ranks #2 out of 51 states for Carpenters pay. Approximately 19,570 people work in this occupation across Illinois. Salaries increased by 3.4% compared to 2024.
Construct, erect, install, or repair structures and fixtures made of wood and comparable materials, such as concrete forms; building frameworks, including partitions, joists, studding, and rafters; and wood stairways, window and door frames, and hardwood floors. May also install cabinets, siding, drywall, and batt or roll insulation. Includes brattice builders who build doors or brattices (ventilation walls or partitions) in underground passageways.
Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor
Salaries for Carpenters in Illinois range from $39,890 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $117,660 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $56,160 and $106,950.
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $39,890 | $19.18 | $3,324 |
| 25th Percentile | $56,160 | $27.00 | $4,680 |
| Median (50th) | $79,000 | $37.98 | $6,583 |
| 75th Percentile | $106,950 | $51.42 | $8,912 |
| 90th Percentile (Experienced) | $117,660 | $56.57 | $9,805 |
Note: The mean (average) salary of $80,320 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
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Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
Our Methodology · Data Sources · Source: BLS OEWS