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Carpenter

A comprehensive guide to Carpenter licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$57,345 / yr

Min. Education

Degree required

Job Outlook

Below national median; evaluate local demand

Top Paying State

Hawaii

Coverage: 50 states

StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
HI
HawaiiCompact: No
$85,970Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
IL
IllinoisCompact: Yes
$76,410Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
CA
CaliforniaCompact: Yes
$74,820Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
WA
WashingtonCompact: Pending
$73,260Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
MA
MassachusettsCompact: Yes
$71,110Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
AK
AlaskaCompact: No
$65,150Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
Showing 1-6 of 50 states