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Carpenters Salary in Grand Junction, CO

BLS Official DataUpdated 2025-05-31
Median Annual

$60,230

Mean: $62,280

~$46,979 est. take-home

Hourly Rate

$28.96

Based on 2,080 hrs/yr

Cost of Living

100

100 = national avg

A

Very affordable

Affordability score: 98/100

Monthly surplus

$1,622/mo

Savings rate

39%

Carpenters salary in Grand Junction, CO — median $60,230/year, range $48,900-$68,350

Salary Distribution

Where the median falls between the 25th and 75th percentile.

25th %

$48,900

Median

$60,230

75th %

$68,350

Median is in the 58th percentile of the typical range

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About Carpenters salaries in Grand Junction, CO

Carpenters in Grand Junction, CO earn a median of $60,230 per year, based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics data. The mean salary is $62,280, which tends to skew higher because a small number of high earners pull the average up.

Most carpenters in this area earn between $48,900 and $68,350. Where you land depends on experience, employer type, and whether you have in-demand specializations.

That works out to roughly $28.96 per hour assuming a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual hourly pay may differ for part-time or contract roles.

Career Outlook

1% growthSlower than average (BLS 2024–2034)

1% growth in new positions, but renovation and remodeling work is booming — homeowners are staying put and upgrading instead of moving. Finish carpenters and those with custom cabinetry skills can charge premium rates, especially in high-end residential markets.

Worth knowing: Carpenters who specialize in finish work, built-ins, or restoration of older homes can set their own rates in many markets. The general framing work is competitive; the specialty stuff is not.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average salary for a carpenters in Grand Junction?

The median — where half earn more and half earn less — is $60,230. The average (mean) is $62,280, which is higher because top earners pull it up.

How much does a carpenters make per hour in Grand Junction?

About $28.96/hour, based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Part-time or overtime hours will change the actual rate.

What is the salary range for carpenters in Grand Junction?

The middle 50% earn between $48,900 and $68,350. Below $48,900 is typically entry-level; above $68,350 usually means significant experience or specialized skills.

Salary Conversion Table

How does $60,230 per year break down across different time periods?

PeriodGrossEst. Take-Home
Yearly$60,230$46,979
Monthly$5,019$3,915
Biweekly$2,317$1,807
Weekly$1,158$903
Hourly (40h/wk)$28.96$22.59
Hourly (35h/wk)$33.09$25.81
Hourly (30h/wk)$38.61$30.11
Daily (8h)$232$181

Take-home estimates use an effective tax rate of 22%. Actual amounts vary by filing status, deductions, and state tax.

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