Carpenter Salary in Rhode Island
Build, install, and repair structures and fixtures made of wood and other materials, from framing houses to finish carpentry.
Rhode Island Carpenter Wages at a Glance
Rhode Island carpenters earn a statewide median of $60,840 per year ($29.25 per hour), up 24.0% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $47,840 at the 10th percentile to $89,670 at the 90th.
Rhode Island employs approximately 2,580 carpenters statewide, up 4.9% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence | $61,910 | $29.76/hr | 4,140 | up 22.1% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.