Occupation ยท SOC 47-2031
Carpenters: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of carpenters typically cannot be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 697,740 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $59,310 ($28.51 an hour).
US employment
697,740
Median annual wage
$59,310
Mean annual wage
$64,040
Median hourly wage
$28.51
Education and training
Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
Apprenticeship
Job zone
2
Some preparation
States with the most jobs
- 1. California106,500
- 2. New York44,500
- 3. Florida44,130
- 4. Texas34,400
- 5. Pennsylvania29,900
- 6. Washington26,340
- 7. Illinois24,930
- 8. Michigan21,550
- 9. Massachusetts19,100
- 10. Virginia18,340
States that pay the most
- 1. Hawaii$85,970
- 2. Illinois$76,410
- 3. California$74,820
- 4. Washington$73,260
- 5. Massachusetts$71,110
- 6. District of Columbia$66,100
- 7. Alaska$65,150
- 8. Minnesota$64,650
- 9. New York$63,660
- 10. Connecticut$63,510
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
Related occupations
- Construction LaborersOn-site
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- Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment OperatorsOn-site
- Plumbers, Pipefitters, and SteamfittersOn-site
- Painters, Construction and MaintenanceOn-site
- Cement Masons and Concrete FinishersOn-site
- Highway Maintenance WorkersOn-site
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