verified BLS-Verified Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2025 release

Carpenter Salary in Nebraska

Median Annual in Nebraska
$50,320/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$24.19/hr
▼ 17% below U.S. median

Salary Distribution in Nebraska

groups Employed in NE
5,710
public U.S. Median
$60,580
savings Real pay (cost-adjusted)
$55,847 #37 of 51

Carpenter pay in Nebraska, explained

Carpenters in Nebraska earn a median of $50,320 per year ($24.19 per hour), which is 17% below the national median of $60,580. Entry-level workers earn around $38,920, while the most experienced carpenters reach about $72,800. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Nebraska.

Is $50,320 good pay in Nebraska?

Adjusted for Nebraska's cost of living (which runs 90% of the U.S. average), that $50,320 is worth about $55,847 in national buying power — ranking Nebraska #37 for real pay (vs #40 on the sticker number).

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Carpenter pay by experience in Nebraska

Entry level (10th pct)
$38,920
$18.71/hr
Median
Mid-career (50th pct)
$50,320
$24.19/hr
Experienced (90th pct)
$72,800
$35.00/hr

Carpenter pay in neighboring states

StateMedian / yrReal payvs NE
Nebraska (here) $50,320 $55,847
Colorado $62,830 $60,969 −$12,510
Missouri $60,840 $66,992 −$10,520
Iowa $57,710 $65,757 −$7,390
Kansas $56,960 $63,241 −$6,640
Wyoming $56,850 $61,333 −$6,530
South Dakota $48,140 $54,343 +$2,180

Carpenter in Nebraska: FAQ

How much do carpenters make in Nebraska?

Carpenters in Nebraska earn a median of $50,320 per year ($24.19 per hour), compared with $60,580 nationally.

Does Nebraska pay carpenters well?

At $50,320, Nebraska pays 17% below the national median for carpenters. An estimated 5,710 work in the state.

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