Carpenter Salary in Mississippi
Build, install, and repair structures and fixtures made of wood and other materials, from framing houses to finish carpentry.
Mississippi Carpenter Wages at a Glance
Mississippi carpenters earn a statewide median of $48,650 per year ($23.39 per hour), up 25.0% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $34,670 at the 10th percentile to $63,440 at the 90th.
Mississippi employs approximately 2,950 carpenters statewide, up 0.3% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport | $49,470 | $23.78/hr | 530 | up 24.6% |
| Jackson | $49,330 | $23.72/hr | 660 | up 58.7% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.