Carpenter Salary in Kansas

$27/hr

Explore Kansas carpenter hourly rates, annual salaries, certifications, high-paying industries, and credentials that can support career growth.

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What carpenters earn in Kansas

Carpenters in Kansas construct, install, repair, and finish wood structures, framing, fixtures, forms, doors, flooring, and other building components. Latest wage data from the U.S. Department of Labor shows Kansas carpenters earning $18.68–$42.35 per hour, with a $27.39 median hourly wage. That equals approximately $38,860–$88,090 annually, with a median annual wage of $56,960. Carpenters work across residential and nonresidential construction, remodeling, finishing, and specialized projects. Actual pay can vary with experience, location, employer, project type, overtime, and specialized skills. Kansas wage figures come from the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program through CareerOneStop's latest salary data.

Hourly rates by level in Kansas

Rates typically increase with experience, skills, and responsibility.

Apprentice · 0–2 yrs
$18.68–$23/hr
▲ 10.49% from last year
Journeyman · 4–8 yrs
$23–$34.87/hr
▲ 10.49% from last year
Master · 8+ yrs
$34.87–$42.35/hr
▲ 10.49% from last year

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$28.00 is above roughly 46% of this market. The top quarter starts at $36.00, and the median sits at $29.00.

10th
$18
25th
$23
Median
$29
75th
$36
90th
$45
YOU · $28.00
Your percentile
46th
Among this market
Your annual · 40 hrs
$58,240
Before overtime and per diem
Gap to median
−$2,080
Below the median

Calculate pay with extra credentials

Pick your level, add certifications, select shift — the estimate updates live.

1Your level

2Certifications you hold

3Shift & work type

4Overtime & per diem

Weekly overtime hours8 hrs
Per diem (per day away)$0

An estimate, not an offer. Overtime is paid at time and a half past forty hours.

American RecruitsEstimate
Journeyman Carpenter
Kansas · Day Shift
Base rate$30.44
+ Kansas Lead-Safe Renovator$1.00
+ NCCER Carpentry$0.75
+ OSHA 10$0.25
Effective hourly$32.44
Straight · 40 hrs$1,297
Overtime · 8 hrs @ 1.5×$389
Weekly gross$1,687
Annualised · 50 weeks
$84,331
8 OT hrs/week · Kansas

Who pays the most in Kansas

Commercial, industrial, and specialty projects lead Kansas wages.

01 / 06$31/hr

Commercial & Institutional Construction

Office buildings, schools, hospitals, retail spaces, and other large facilities require skilled carpentry throughout construction and finishing.

+ Larger projects
+ Specialized work
– Detailed specifications
– Tight schedules
02 / 06$30/hr

Industrial Construction

Factories, production facilities, and industrial expansions create demand for structural, form, and installation carpentry.

+ Specialized skills
+ Complex projects
– Strict site procedures
– Limited openings
03 / 06$29/hr

Building Finishing

Finish carpentry, interior installations, trim, doors, and other detailed work are important across completed commercial and residential spaces.

+ Precision work
+ Specialty opportunities
– High quality standards
– Fewer entry roles
04 / 06$28/hr

Residential Construction

Homebuilding, additions, framing, remodeling, and repair work provide broad employment opportunities across Kansas communities.

+ Steady project variety
+ Broad demand
– Seasonal changes
– Smaller crews
05 / 06$27/hr

Heavy & Civil Construction

Formwork and structural carpentry support bridges, infrastructure, transportation projects, and other large construction work.

+ Large projects
+ Specialized experience
– Outdoor conditions
– Project-based schedules
06 / 06$27/hr

Specialty Carpentry

Timber framing, restoration, form building, and other specialized assignments can reward experienced carpenters with focused trade skills.

+ Niche expertise
+ Skill development
– Fewer openings
– Specialized requirements

Which states pay carpenters the most

Median hourly across every state with a published guide for this trade. Cost of living is not netted out — compare take-home, not just the rate.

  1. 01Hawaii$41/hr
  2. 02Illinois$37.98/hr
  3. 03California$36.50/hr
  4. 04Massachusetts$36.16/hr
  5. 05Alaska$35.51/hr
  6. 06New York$34.77/hr
  7. 07Minnesota$31.22/hr
  8. 08Connecticut$30.80/hr
  9. 09New Jersey$30.77/hr
  10. 10Maryland$30.27/hr

What each certification is worth

Sorted by payback speed.

CertificationRate bumpExtra / yearCostPayback
OSHA 10-Hour Construction+$0.25$520$703 weeks
First Aid/CPR (OSHA-aligned)+$0.25$520$656 weeks
OSHA 30-Hour Construction+$0.50$1,040$1608 weeks
NCCER Carpentry Level 2+$1$2,080$1808 weeks
NCCER Carpentry Level 1+$0.75$1,560$18010 weeks
Scaffold User/Competent Person (OSHA-aligned)+$1$2,080$20010 weeks

What overtime actually adds

Past forty hours the rate is time and a half. Built from the rate above. At $27.39/hr.

40 hr week
$1,096
No OT
50 hr week
$1,506
+$20,542/yr
60 hr week
$1,917
+$41,085/yr
70 hr week
$2,328
+$61,628/yr

Questions workers ask

Does Kansas require individual carpenters to hold a state carpenter license?▾
Kansas does not have a general statewide carpenter license for individual workers. Local jurisdictions may impose separate contractor, registration, permitting, or business requirements.
Can a carpenter work independently in Kansas?▾
Yes, but independent contractors should check the requirements of the city or county where they operate, including applicable business, building, permitting, and contractor rules.
What happens if a carpenter works on an older Kansas home?▾
Renovation work involving regulated lead-based paint in pre-1978 housing can require certified individuals and a properly licensed renovation firm under Kansas requirements.
Can carpenters enter the trade through a registered apprenticeship?▾
Yes. Kansas registered apprenticeships combine paid employment with supervised on-the-job training and classroom instruction, with wages generally increasing as apprentices develop additional skills.
Are carpenter requirements different for public construction projects?▾
They can be. Public projects may include project-specific contract requirements, prevailing-wage provisions, safety requirements, or credential expectations that differ from ordinary private construction work.

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Last updated September 23, 2026. Rates are market estimates, not guarantees.