What are the main factors that influence a Carpenter Apprentice's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change a Carpenter Apprentice's salary?

A Carpenter Apprentice's salary grows with experience: starting around $46,752 for beginners, reaching about $48,169 at mid-level, and approach $48,484 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Carpenter Apprentice?

Carpenter Apprentice salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Carpenter Apprentice roles are District of Columbia $51,491, California $51,296, Massachusetts $50,612. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Carpenter Apprentice roles make?

Salaries for Carpenter Apprentice level roles vary by specialization: union carpenter: $64,746; Carpenter Lead and Apprentice: $61,515; Carpenter Foreman: $61,473; Experienced Carpenter: $60,100; Journeyman Carpenter: $60,090.

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Carpenter Apprentice Salary in Delaware

How much does a Carpenter Apprentice make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Carpenter Apprentice in Delaware is $47,097 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

However, a Carpenter Apprentice's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $55,168
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,485 to $51,322
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,286

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Carpenter Apprentice Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,322	$4,277	$987	$25
Average	$47,097	$3,925	$906	$23
25th Percentile	$42,485	$3,540	$817	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Carpenter Apprentice Salaries

A Carpenter Apprentice's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Carpenter Apprentice Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Carpenter Apprentice's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $46,752
Early Career (1-2 years): $47,538
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $48,169
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $48,358
Expert (over 8 years): $48,484

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Carpenter Apprentice	$46,752
Intermediate Level Carpenter Apprentice	$47,538
Senior Level Carpenter Apprentice	$48,169
Specialist Level Carpenter Apprentice	$48,358
Expert Level Carpenter Apprentice	$48,484

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How Do Carpenter Apprentice Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Carpenter Apprentices. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $51,491.
California: $51,296.
Massachusetts: $50,612.

District of Columbia $51,491 California $51,296 Massachusetts $50,612 Washington $50,426 New Jersey $50,408 Alaska $50,343 Connecticut $49,701 New York $49,441

Hawaii $48,608 Rhode Island $48,217 Maryland $47,952 Minnesota $47,590 Colorado $47,450 Illinois $47,404 Oregon $47,227 Delaware $47,097

New Hampshire $47,015 Virginia $46,832 Pennsylvania $46,297 Nevada $46,027 North Dakota $45,939 Michigan $45,799 Wisconsin $45,748 Vermont $45,646

Texas $45,362 Maine $45,343 Arizona $45,315 Ohio $45,283 Georgia $44,855 Indiana $44,641 Wyoming $44,599 Utah $44,534

Iowa $44,506 Kansas $44,283 Louisiana $44,218 North Carolina $44,195 Missouri $44,185 Florida $44,004 Montana $43,906 Nebraska $43,813

Kentucky $43,762 South Carolina $43,576 Tennessee $43,460 Idaho $43,413 New Mexico $43,074 Oklahoma $42,999 Alabama $42,725 South Dakota $42,265

Arkansas $42,014 West Virginia $41,879 Mississippi $41,474

Top Paying Cities for Carpenter Apprentices

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $48,743
Little Creek: $48,292
Magnolia: $48,492

Lincoln, DE $48,743 Little Creek, DE $48,292 Magnolia, DE $48,492 Milford, DE $48,743 Marydel, DE $48,110 Millsboro, DE $48,743 Millville, DE $49,068 Milton, DE $48,743

Nassau, DE $48,743 Ocean View, DE $49,068 Rehoboth Beach, DE $49,068 Seaford, DE $48,231 Selbyville, DE $49,068 Smyrna, DE $48,055 Viola, DE $48,492 Woodside, DE $48,352

Bear, DE $47,701 Newark, DE $47,720 Claymont, DE $47,757 Delaware City, DE $47,720 Hockessin, DE $47,757 Kirkwood, DE $47,720 Middletown, DE $47,957 Montchanin, DE $47,757

New Castle, DE $47,757 Odessa, DE $48,022 Port Penn, DE $47,590 Rockland, DE $47,757 Saint Georges, DE $47,720 Townsend, DE $47,952 Winterthur, DE $47,757 Lewes, DE $48,743

Wilmington, DE $47,757 Dover, DE $48,269 Dover Afb, DE $48,380 Bethany Beach, DE $49,068 Bethel, DE $48,231 Bridgeville, DE $48,743 Camden Wyoming, DE $48,320 Cheswold, DE $48,157

Clayton, DE $48,036 Dagsboro, DE $49,068 Delmar, DE $48,231 Ellendale, DE $48,743 Felton, DE $48,743 Fenwick Island, DE $49,068 Frankford, DE $49,068 Frederica, DE $48,743

Georgetown, DE $48,743 Greenwood, DE $48,743 Harbeson, DE $48,743 Harrington, DE $48,743 Hartly, DE $48,013 Houston, DE $48,743 Kenton, DE $48,036 Laurel, DE $48,231

Yorklyn, DE $47,757

Carpenter Apprentice Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Carpenter Apprentice's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$42,485

Average $47,097/year

$51,322

$3,540

Average $3,925/month

$4,277

$817

Average $906/week

$987

$20

Average $23/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,322	$4,277	$987	$25
Average	$47,097	$3,925	$906	$23
25th Percentile	$42,485	$3,540	$817	$20

Carpenter Apprentice Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Carpenter Apprentice, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Carpenter role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $60,840 - a projected growth of 29% over your current level.

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