Carpenter Salary in District of Columbia
Build, install, and repair structures and fixtures made of wood and other materials, from framing houses to finish carpentry.
District of Columbia Carpenter Wages at a Glance
District of Columbia carpenters earn a statewide median of $61,710 per year ($29.67 per hour), up 6.5% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $47,840 at the 10th percentile to $80,720 at the 90th.
District of Columbia employs approximately 1,540 carpenters statewide, up 32.8% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | $60,800 | $29.23/hr | 13,280 | up 17.8% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.