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Carpenters Salary in West Virginia

Carpenters in West Virginia earn a median of $48,710 a year, −20% compared with the U.S. median.

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

Median pay
$48,710
vs. U.S. median
−20% ($60,580)
Rank among states
46 of 51
Jobs in the state
3,670

Pay range in West Virginia

The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,900; the top 10% earn over $70,060. Nationally the range is $40,410 to $99,910.

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Carpenters pay in West Virginia

How much do carpenters make in West Virginia?

The median is $48,710 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,900 and the top 10% earn over $70,060. BLS OEWS May 2025.

Is West Virginia a good state for carpenters?

On pay alone it ranks 46 of 51 (−20% 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