Helpers--Carpenters Salary in Kentucky
In Kentucky, helpers--carpenters earn $33,610 at the median — $16.16 an hour. The range runs from $31K at the entry level to $41K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. This is an aggregate across all of Kentucky. BLS does not publish metro-level data for this occupation in this state.
So what does $34K get you in Kentucky?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Kentucky
Entry-level helpers--carpenters (10th percentile) start around $31K. Mid-career wages sit at $34K. Top earners bring in $41K or more, a $10K spread from bottom to top.
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Frequently asked questions
How much do helpers--carpenters make in Kentucky?
The median is $33,610 a year, that works out to about $16 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $30,780, and experienced helpers--carpenters can clear $40,860. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $34K enough to live in Kentucky?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,308/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,110/month, which eats 48.1% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a helpers--carpenters salary go in Kentucky?
Kentucky has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median helpers--carpenters salary is worth about $37,249 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do helpers--carpenters get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.