Carpenter Salary in Colorado
Build, install, and repair structures and fixtures made of wood and other materials, from framing houses to finish carpentry.
Colorado Carpenter Wages at a Glance
Colorado carpenters earn a statewide median of $62,830 per year ($30.21 per hour), up 21.0% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $47,020 at the 10th percentile to $90,740 at the 90th.
Colorado employs approximately 12,740 carpenters statewide, down 6.3% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver | $64,910 | $31.21/hr | 7,250 | up 18.7% |
| Boulder | $59,760 | $28.73/hr | 540 | up 18.5% |
| Fort Collins | $58,310 | $28.04/hr | 510 | up 22.8% |
| Colorado Springs | $57,430 | $27.61/hr | 1,220 | up 20.0% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.