Carpenter Salary in Oklahoma

$23/hr

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What Oklahoma Carpenters Earn

Carpenters in Oklahoma construct, install, repair, and maintain building frameworks, structures, fixtures, doors, flooring, and other components. Oklahoma carpenters earn approximately $16.67–$31.22 per hour, with a $22.55 hourly median. That equals about $34,670–$64,940 annually, with a median annual wage of $46,910. Pay varies with experience, location, employer, specialty, and project type. Local wages can differ substantially, with median pay ranging from $20.88/hr in Southwest Oklahoma to $24.23/hr in Lawton. The statewide figures come from the Bureau of Labor Statistics' latest wage data.

Hourly rates by level in Oklahoma

Rates typically increase with experience, skills, and responsibility.

Apprentice · 0–2 yrs
$16.67–$19.37/hr
▼ 1.74% from last year
Journeyman · 4–8 yrs
$19.37–$25.72/hr
▼ 1.74% from last year
Master · 8+ yrs
$25.72–$31.22/hr
▼ 1.74% 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

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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
Oklahoma · Day Shift
Base rate$22.55
+ Oklahoma RRP Certified Renovator$0.75
+ NCCER Core Credential$1.00
+ NCCER Advanced Carpentry Level 2$1.00
Effective hourly$25.30
Straight · 40 hrs$1,012
Overtime · 8 hrs @ 1.5×$304
Weekly gross$1,315
Annualised · 50 weeks
$65,767
8 OT hrs/week · Oklahoma

Who pays the most in Oklahoma

Commercial and specialized construction offer stronger national wage benchmarks.

01 / 06$30.66/hr

Nonresidential Building Construction

Carpenters on commercial and institutional projects may handle structural framing, interior construction, and specialized installations.

+ Larger commercial projects
+ Specialized construction experience
– Strict project deadlines
– More demanding site requirements
02 / 06$30.09/hr

Heavy & Civil Engineering Construction

Carpenters can support infrastructure projects involving bridges, highways, concrete forms, and other specialized construction work.

+ Specialized formwork skills
+ Infrastructure project experience
– Outdoor working conditions
– Travel may be required
03 / 06$29.27/hr

Building Finishing Contractors

Finish carpenters handle detailed installations such as trim, doors, fixtures, and other final construction components.

+ Precision-focused work
+ Specialized finish skills
– High attention to detail
– Repetitive installation work
04 / 06$29.13/hr

Residential Building Construction

Residential carpenters work on new homes and housing projects across framing, installation, repairs, and related construction stages.

+ Broad carpentry experience
+ Variety of residential projects
– Weather exposure
– Project schedules can fluctuate
05 / 06$28.83/hr

Other Specialty Trade Contractors

Specialty contractors perform focused construction activities that may give experienced carpenters opportunities to develop specialized skills.

+ Specialized project opportunities
+ Diverse construction experience
– Narrower project scope
– Work schedules can vary
06 / 06$28.26/hr

Foundation, Structure & Building Exterior Contractors

This sector includes structural framing and exterior construction that forms the main framework and envelope of buildings.

+ Strong structural experience
+ Large construction projects
– Heavy physical work
– Outdoor conditions

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
NCCER Carpentry Level 2+$1$2,080$1905 weeks
Scaffold User/Competent Person (OSHA-aligned)+$1$2,080$2105 weeks
NCCER Carpentry Level 1+$0.75$1,560$1906 weeks
Fall Protection Competent Person (OSHA-aligned)+$0.75$1,560$1656 weeks
First Aid/CPR/AED+$0.25$520$707 weeks
OSHA 10-Hour Construction+$0.25$520$859 weeks
OSHA 30-Hour Construction+$0.50$1,040$1709 weeks

What overtime actually adds

Past forty hours the rate is time and a half. Built from the rate above. At $22.55/hr.

40 hr week
$902
No OT
50 hr week
$1,240
+$16,913/yr
60 hr week
$1,579
+$33,825/yr
70 hr week
$1,917
+$50,738/yr

Questions workers ask

Does Oklahoma require carpenters to have a state license?▾
Oklahoma does not have a general statewide carpenter trade license. The Construction Industries Board regulates specific trades such as electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and roofing rather than general carpentry.
Do Oklahoma carpenters need RRP certification?▾
Individual RRP certification is required for covered renovation work that disturbs lead-painted surfaces in pre-1978 target housing or child-occupied facilities.
Can an uncertified carpenter work on an RRP project?▾
Yes, provided the worker receives the required on-the-job training from a Certified Renovator and follows the applicable lead-safe work practices and supervision requirements.
Is OSHA 30 a professional carpenter certification?▾
No. OSHA 30 provides safety training and a course completion card, but OSHA specifically states that the card is not a professional certification or license.
Where are Oklahoma carpenter wages highest?▾
Latest statewide data shows Lawton had a $24.23 median hourly wage, followed by Oklahoma City at $23.53 and Southeast Oklahoma at $22.64.

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The statewide figures come from the Bureau of Labor Statistics' 2025 wage data.

Last updated October 1, 2026. Rates are market estimates, not guarantees.