Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Colorado | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $62,830 | $62,569 | +0% |
| Median hourly wage | $30.21 | $30.08 | +0% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $60,941.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Carpenter in Colorado is $62,830, or about $30.21 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Carpenters is $62,569. Colorado is +0% above the national median.
Entry-level carpenters in Colorado typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 12,740 carpenter jobs on record and a median salary of $62,830, Colorado offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.