Carpenters Salary in Illinois
Carpenters in Illinois earn a median of $79,000 a year, +30% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $79,000
- vs. U.S. median
- +30% ($60,580)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 19,570
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $39,890; the top 10% earn over $117,660. Nationally the range is $40,410 to $99,910.
States ranked near Illinois
Similar jobs in Illinois
- Tile and Stone Setters$67,160 median in Illinois
- Glaziers$61,840 median in Illinois
- Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers$63,180 median in Illinois
- Brickmasons and Blockmasons$89,980 median in Illinois
- Terrazzo Workers and Finishers$107,190 median in Illinois
- Structural Iron and Steel Workers$101,850 median in Illinois
Carpenters pay in Illinois
How much do carpenters make in Illinois?
The median is $79,000 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $39,890 and the top 10% earn over $117,660. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for carpenters?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 51 (+30% vs. the national median of $60,580). Living costs are not included.