Trades & Labor Birmingham, AL Pop. 197,575

Carpenter Salary in Birmingham, Alabama

The median carpenter salary in Birmingham, AL is $46,251 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 3.4% above the Alabama state average.

City Median
$46,251
vs State Avg
+$1,542
vs National
$-5,139
Cost of Living
90%

Carpenter Salary in Birmingham by Experience

In Birmingham, an entry-level carpenter earns around $28,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $70,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$28,800
$-3,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$46,800
$-5,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$70,200
$-7,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Birmingham, AL

Percentile Birmingham
10th Percentile $30,960
25th Percentile $37,260
Median (50th) $46,251
75th Percentile $58,500
90th Percentile $73,980

Carpenter Salary in Other Alabama Cities

Huntsville, AL
$47,279
Pop. 216,963
Tuscaloosa, AL
$45,223
Pop. 101,129
Montgomery, AL
$44,195
Pop. 200,603
Mobile, AL
$43,682
Pop. 187,041

How to Become a Carpenter in Birmingham

Education

Most carpenter positions require a high school diploma. Birmingham and the surrounding Alabama area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

FramingBlueprint ReadingPower ToolsMeasurementBuilding CodeFinish Carpentry

Job Outlook

Nationally, carpenter employment is projected to grow 2% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Birmingham may vary based on local industry and population growth.