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How much do Carpenters make in Nevada?
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 Nevada earn a median salary of $62,380 per year ($5,198/month). This is 5.3% above the national average of $59,239. Nevada ranks #16 out of 51 states for Carpenters pay. Approximately 12,700 people work in this occupation across Nevada. Salaries increased by 0.2% 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 Nevada range from $41,670 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $102,360 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $50,440 and $81,400.
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $41,670 | $20.03 | $3,472 |
| 25th Percentile | $50,440 | $24.25 | $4,203 |
| Median (50th) | $62,380 | $29.99 | $5,198 |
| 75th Percentile | $81,400 | $39.13 | $6,783 |
| 90th Percentile (Experienced) | $102,360 | $49.21 | $8,530 |
Note: The mean (average) salary of $69,250 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