Updated 2026-07-04 · BLS OEWS May 2025

Carpenter jobs in San Jose, CA

4,460 carpenters employed in metro (BLS May 2025) · $80,190/year median · 32% above the national median.

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The median carpenter salary in San Jose, CA is $80,190/year, with a typical range of $62,870 to $102,700 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

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Carpenter pay in San Jose, CA

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

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $62,870 $80,190 $102,700
25th$62,870 Median$80,190 75th$102,700 vs US32% above the national median

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA metro area (SOC 47-2031, Carpenter). Full Carpenter salary guide →

What is a Carpenter salary in San Jose?

The median carpenter salary in San Jose, CA is $80,190/year, with a typical range of $62,870 to $102,700 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. BLS reports approximately 4,460 carpenters employed in the San Jose metro area.

Carpenter pay bands in San Jose 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.

Senior Carpenter

Typical senior band in San Jose
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Jose, CA
Typical pay range
$69,364–$96,869
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 San Jose
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Jose, CA
Typical pay range
$75,378–$89,652
Common on
Greenhouse

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

Lead Carpenter

Typical lead band in San Jose
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Jose, CA
Typical pay range
$76,581–$99,756
Common on
Lever

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

Lead Carpenter

Typical lead band in San Jose
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Jose, CA
Typical pay range
$74,175–$99,756
Common on
Lever

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

Lead Carpenter

Typical lead band in San Jose
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Jose, CA
Typical pay range
$72,972–$91,095
Common on
Workday

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

Carpenter Career Ladder — San Jose Metro

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

  1. Entry Carpenter0–2 yrs$57,736
  2. Mid Carpenter2–5 yrs$76,180
  3. Senior Carpenter5–8 yrs$96,228
  4. Staff Carpenter8–12 yrs$116,275
  5. Lead Carpenter12+ yrs$136,323

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

Employers in the Carpenter hiring market in San Jose

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

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 San Jose post Carpenter jobs

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

Carpenter in San Jose, CA — Common Questions

How much does a Carpenter earn in San Jose, CA?
Median $80,190/year. 25th–75th percentile runs $62,870–$102,700. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How many Carpenter jobs are there in San Jose?
BLS OEWS May 2025 reports approximately 4,460 Carpenter roles employed in the San Jose metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do San Jose 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?
Yes. Jobeezy matches your profile to Carpenter openings in San Jose and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.
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