Helpers--Carpenters Salary in New York
In New York, helpers--carpenters earn $40,870 at the median — $19.65 an hour. The range runs from $33K at the entry level to $53K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across New York. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $41K get you in New York?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, New York
Entry-level helpers--carpenters (10th percentile) start around $33K. Mid-career wages sit at $41K. Top earners bring in $53K or more, a $21K spread from bottom to top.
Helpers--Carpenters salary by metro in New York
5 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York-Newark-Jersey City | $43K | +6% | N/A |
| Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh | $42K | +2% | 90 |
| Albany-Schenectady-Troy | $41K | -1% | 70 |
| Rochester | $40K | -2% | 80 |
| Syracuse | $40K | -3% | 40 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do helpers--carpenters make in New York?
The median is $40,870 a year, that works out to about $20 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $32,610, and experienced helpers--carpenters can clear $53,370. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $41K enough to live in New York?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,770/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,917/month, which eats 69.2% 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 New York?
New York 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 $41,615 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.