Carpenter Salary in Kansas
Build, install, and repair structures and fixtures made of wood and other materials, from framing houses to finish carpentry.
Kansas Carpenter Wages at a Glance
Kansas carpenters earn a statewide median of $56,960 per year ($27.39 per hour), up 40.2% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $38,860 at the 10th percentile to $88,090 at the 90th.
Kansas employs approximately 5,210 carpenters statewide, down 8.6% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita | $50,930 | $24.49/hr | 1,210 | up 31.7% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.