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Carpenters salary in Memphis, Tennessee

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Memphis metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$50,360
Mean annual$52,420
Range (10th to 90th)$37,670 to $67,500
Memphis, Tennessee employment1,130
State vs national-17.2% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Memphis carpenters fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$37,67025TH$46,450MEDIAN$50,36075TH$58,77090TH$67,500

The middle 50% of workers earn between $46,450 and $58,770, with a median of $50,360.

Typical entry

  • Education

    High school diploma

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    Apprenticeship

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Building and Construction

    Knowledge

    4.7 / 5

  • Administration and Management

    Knowledge

    3.9 / 5

  • Mathematics

    Knowledge

    3.9 / 5

  • Problem Sensitivity

    Ability

    3.9 / 5

  • Visualization

    Ability

    3.9 / 5

  • Design

    Knowledge

    3.9 / 5

  • Manual Dexterity

    Ability

    3.6 / 5

  • Finger Dexterity

    Ability

    3.6 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment.

  2. 02

    Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using a ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.

  3. 03

    Assemble and fasten materials to make frameworks or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue.

  4. 04

    Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.

  5. 05

    Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws.

  6. 06

    Verify trueness of structure, using plumb bob and level.

  7. 07

    Cover subfloors with building paper to keep out moisture and lay hardwood, parquet, or wood-strip-block floors by nailing floors to subfloor or cementing them to mastic or asphalt base.

  8. 08

    Construct forms or chutes for pouring concrete.

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Other metros in Tennessee

How the Memphis metro compares to other major Tennessee metro areas for carpenters.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Carpenters in Memphis, Tennessee?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Carpenters in the Memphis metropolitan area is $50,360.
Does Memphis pay more than the Tennessee state average for Carpenters?
The Memphis metro median is +1.7% versus the Tennessee state median of $49,520.
How does Memphis compare to the national median for Carpenters?
The Memphis metro median is -17.2% versus the BLS national figure of $60,794.
What is the salary range for Carpenters in Memphis?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $37,670 and the 90th-percentile at $67,500 for the Memphis metro area.
What education is required for Carpenters?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as High school diploma. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Memphis CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.