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Carpenters Salary in Nebraska

Carpenters in Nebraska earn a median of $50,320 a year, −17% compared with the U.S. median.

Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers

Median pay
$50,320
vs. U.S. median
−17% ($60,580)
Rank among states
40 of 51
Jobs in the state
5,710

Pay range in Nebraska

The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,920; the top 10% earn over $72,800. Nationally the range is $40,410 to $99,910.

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Carpenters pay in Nebraska

How much do carpenters make in Nebraska?

The median is $50,320 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,920 and the top 10% earn over $72,800. BLS OEWS May 2025.

Is Nebraska a good state for carpenters?

On pay alone it ranks 40 of 51 (−17% vs. the national median of $60,580). Living costs are not included.

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Sources. Pay and employment: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (national and state files). Pay is not adjusted for living costs. Data Sources & Licenses