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

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

How does experience change a Lead Carpenter's salary?

A Lead Carpenter's salary grows with experience: starting around $57,850 for beginners, reaching about $59,903 at mid-level, and approach $63,262 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Carpenter?

Lead Carpenter salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Carpenter roles are District of Columbia $66,018, California $65,767, Massachusetts $64,891. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Carpenter roles make?

Salaries for Lead Carpenter level roles vary by specialization: union carpenter: $64,746; Carpenter Lead and Apprentice: $61,515; Carpenter Foreman: $61,473; Carpenter, Maintenance: $60,268; Experienced Carpenter: $60,100.

Lead Carpenter Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Carpenter make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Carpenter in Delaware is $60,383 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,851
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,209 to $66,909
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,588

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Lead Carpenter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,909	$5,576	$1,287	$32
Average	$60,383	$5,032	$1,161	$29
25th Percentile	$54,209	$4,517	$1,042	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Carpenter Salaries

A Lead Carpenter'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 Lead Carpenter Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Carpenter'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): $57,850
Early Career (1-2 years): $58,036
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $59,903
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,302
Expert (over 8 years): $63,262

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Lead Carpenter	$57,850
Intermediate Level Lead Carpenter	$58,036
Senior Level Lead Carpenter	$59,903
Specialist Level Lead Carpenter	$62,302
Expert Level Lead Carpenter	$63,262

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How Do Lead Carpenter 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 Lead Carpenters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $66,018.
California: $65,767.
Massachusetts: $64,891.

District of Columbia $66,018 California $65,767 Massachusetts $64,891 Washington $64,652 New Jersey $64,628 Alaska $64,545 Connecticut $63,722 New York $63,388

Hawaii $62,321 Rhode Island $61,820 Maryland $61,480 Minnesota $61,015 Colorado $60,836 Illinois $60,776 Oregon $60,550 Delaware $60,383

New Hampshire $60,278 Virginia $60,043 Pennsylvania $59,357 Nevada $59,012 North Dakota $58,898 Michigan $58,719 Wisconsin $58,654 Vermont $58,523

Texas $58,159 Maine $58,135 Arizona $58,099 Ohio $58,058 Georgia $57,509 Indiana $57,235 Wyoming $57,181 Utah $57,098

Iowa $57,062 Kansas $56,776 Louisiana $56,692 North Carolina $56,662 Missouri $56,650 Florida $56,418 Montana $56,293 Nebraska $56,173

Kentucky $56,108 South Carolina $55,869 Tennessee $55,720 Idaho $55,661 New Mexico $55,225 Oklahoma $55,130 Alabama $54,778 South Dakota $54,188

Arkansas $53,866 West Virginia $53,693 Mississippi $53,174

Top Paying Cities for Lead Carpenters

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: $62,494
Little Creek: $61,915
Magnolia: $62,172

Lincoln, DE $62,494 Little Creek, DE $61,915 Magnolia, DE $62,172 Milford, DE $62,494 Marydel, DE $61,683 Millsboro, DE $62,494 Millville, DE $62,911 Milton, DE $62,494

Nassau, DE $62,494 Ocean View, DE $62,911 Rehoboth Beach, DE $62,911 Seaford, DE $61,838 Selbyville, DE $62,911 Smyrna, DE $61,611 Viola, DE $62,172 Woodside, DE $61,993

Bear, DE $61,158 Newark, DE $61,182 Claymont, DE $61,230 Delaware City, DE $61,182 Hockessin, DE $61,230 Kirkwood, DE $61,182 Middletown, DE $61,486 Montchanin, DE $61,230

New Castle, DE $61,230 Odessa, DE $61,569 Port Penn, DE $61,015 Rockland, DE $61,230 Saint Georges, DE $61,182 Townsend, DE $61,480 Winterthur, DE $61,230 Lewes, DE $62,494

Wilmington, DE $61,230 Dover, DE $61,886 Dover Afb, DE $62,029 Bethany Beach, DE $62,911 Bethel, DE $61,838 Bridgeville, DE $62,494 Camden Wyoming, DE $61,951 Cheswold, DE $61,742

Clayton, DE $61,587 Dagsboro, DE $62,911 Delmar, DE $61,838 Ellendale, DE $62,494 Felton, DE $62,494 Fenwick Island, DE $62,911 Frankford, DE $62,911 Frederica, DE $62,494

Georgetown, DE $62,494 Greenwood, DE $62,494 Harbeson, DE $62,494 Harrington, DE $62,494 Hartly, DE $61,558 Houston, DE $62,494 Kenton, DE $61,587 Laurel, DE $61,838

Yorklyn, DE $61,230

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

Understanding how a Lead Carpenter'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

$54,209

Average $60,383/year

$66,909

$4,517

Average $5,032/month

$5,576

$1,042

Average $1,161/week

$1,287

$26

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,909	$5,576	$1,287	$32
Average	$60,383	$5,032	$1,161	$29
25th Percentile	$54,209	$4,517	$1,042	$26

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