Updated 2026-07-04 · BLS OEWS May 2025

Carpenter jobs in Madison, WI

2,320 carpenters employed in metro (BLS May 2025) · $63,480/year median · 5% above the national median.

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The median carpenter salary in Madison, WI is $63,480/year, with a typical range of $53,480 to $82,540 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

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Carpenter pay in Madison, WI

The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the Madison metro. Half of Carpenters earn inside that band.

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $53,480 $63,480 $82,540
25th$53,480 Median$63,480 75th$82,540 vs US5% above the national median

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Madison, WI metro area (SOC 47-2031, Carpenter). Full Carpenter salary guide →

What is a Carpenter salary in Madison?

The median carpenter salary in Madison, WI is $63,480/year, with a typical range of $53,480 to $82,540 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. BLS reports approximately 2,320 carpenters employed in the Madison metro area.

Carpenter pay bands in Madison by seniority

The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.

Mid Level Carpenter

Typical mid level band in Madison
Example (illustrative)
Location
Madison, WI
Typical pay range
$59,671–$72,113
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Senior Carpenter

Typical senior band in Madison
Example (illustrative)
Location
Madison, WI
Typical pay range
$53,958–$69,828
Common on
Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Mid Level Carpenter

Typical mid level band in Madison
Example (illustrative)
Location
Madison, WI
Typical pay range
$57,766–$72,113
Common on
Ashby

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Staff Carpenter

Typical staff band in Madison
Example (illustrative)
Location
Madison, WI
Typical pay range
$55,862–$69,828
Common on
Workday

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Entry Level Carpenter

Typical entry level band in Madison
Example (illustrative)
Location
Madison, WI
Typical pay range
$56,814–$76,683
Common on
Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Carpenter Career Ladder — Madison Metro

Expected pay at each step, scaled to Madison’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.

  1. Entry Carpenter0–2 yrs$45,705
  2. Mid Carpenter2–5 yrs$60,306
  3. Senior Carpenter5–8 yrs$76,176
  4. Staff Carpenter8–12 yrs$92,046
  5. Lead Carpenter12+ yrs$107,916

Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2025 occupational percentiles (SOC 47-2031, Carpenter).

Employers in the Carpenter hiring market in Madison

  • TechCorp Solutions
  • Talent Bridge
  • Summit Enterprises
  • Apex Staffing
  • NexGen Group

Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.

How employers in Madison post Carpenter jobs

Employers in the Madison metro typically post Carpenter roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:

Carpenter in Madison, WI — Common Questions

How much does a Carpenter earn in Madison, WI?
Median $63,480/year. 25th–75th percentile runs $53,480–$82,540. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How many Carpenter jobs are there in Madison?
BLS OEWS May 2025 reports approximately 2,320 Carpenter roles employed in the Madison metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Madison employers use for Carpenter?
Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
Does Jobeezy apply to Carpenter jobs for me?
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