Carpenter Salary in Oregon
Build, install, and repair structures and fixtures made of wood and other materials, from framing houses to finish carpentry.
Oregon Carpenter Wages at a Glance
Oregon carpenters earn a statewide median of $62,870 per year ($30.23 per hour), up 18.1% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $43,800 at the 10th percentile to $106,360 at the 90th.
Oregon employs approximately 15,110 carpenters statewide, down 4.4% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland | $73,710 | $35.44/hr | 9,210 | up 27.9% |
| Salem | $59,730 | $28.71/hr | 1,720 | up 22.1% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.