Updated 2026-07-04 · BLS OEWS May 2025

Carpenter jobs in Seattle, WA

14,970 carpenters employed in metro (BLS May 2025) · $76,410/year median · 26% above the national median.

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The median carpenter salary in Seattle, WA is $76,410/year, with a typical range of $63,740 to $99,700 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

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Carpenter pay in Seattle, WA

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

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $63,740 $76,410 $99,700
25th$63,740 Median$76,410 75th$99,700 vs US26% above the national median

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

What is a Carpenter salary in Seattle?

The median carpenter salary in Seattle, WA is $76,410/year, with a typical range of $63,740 to $99,700 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. BLS reports approximately 14,970 carpenters employed in the Seattle metro area.

Carpenter pay bands in Seattle 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 Seattle
Example (illustrative)
Location
Seattle, WA
Typical pay range
$64,948–$92,303
Common on
Workday

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 Seattle
Example (illustrative)
Location
Seattle, WA
Typical pay range
$62,656–$93,678
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 Seattle
Example (illustrative)
Location
Seattle, WA
Typical pay range
$68,386–$84,051
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 Seattle
Example (illustrative)
Location
Seattle, WA
Typical pay range
$68,386–$90,927
Common on
iCIMS

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 Seattle
Example (illustrative)
Location
Seattle, WA
Typical pay range
$68,386–$85,426
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 — Seattle Metro

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

  1. Entry Carpenter0–2 yrs$55,015
  2. Mid Carpenter2–5 yrs$72,589
  3. Senior Carpenter5–8 yrs$91,692
  4. Staff Carpenter8–12 yrs$110,794
  5. Lead Carpenter12+ yrs$129,897

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

Employers in the Carpenter hiring market in Seattle

  • 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 Seattle post Carpenter jobs

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

Carpenter in Seattle, WA — Common Questions

How much does a Carpenter earn in Seattle, WA?
Median $76,410/year. 25th–75th percentile runs $63,740–$99,700. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How many Carpenter jobs are there in Seattle?
BLS OEWS May 2025 reports approximately 14,970 Carpenter roles employed in the Seattle metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Seattle 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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