Trades & Labor Roswell, NM Pop. 48,422

Carpenter Salary in Roswell, New Mexico

The median carpenter salary in Roswell, NM is $42,140 per year, which is 18% below the national median and 11.8% below the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$42,140
vs State Avg
$-5,653
vs National
$-9,250
Cost of Living
82%

Carpenter Salary in Roswell by Experience

In Roswell, an entry-level carpenter earns around $26,240, while experienced professionals earn up to $63,960 per year. The local cost of living index is 82% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$26,240
$-5,760 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$42,640
$-9,360 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$63,960
$-14,040 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Roswell, NM

Percentile Roswell
10th Percentile $28,208
25th Percentile $33,948
Median (50th) $42,140
75th Percentile $53,300
90th Percentile $67,404

Carpenter Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Santa Fe, NM
$56,529
Pop. 87,505
Albuquerque, NM
$48,821
Pop. 564,559
Rio Rancho, NM
$47,279
Pop. 104,046
Las Cruces, NM
$45,223
Pop. 111,385

How to Become a Carpenter in Roswell

Education

Most carpenter positions require a high school diploma. Roswell and the surrounding New Mexico 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 Roswell may vary based on local industry and population growth.