Careers · Carpenters · Illinois
Carpenters in Illinois
Carpenters construct, install, and repair wooden structures and fixtures in buildings. This includes frameworks, joists, rafters, staircases, cabinets, flooring, and drywall In Illinois the median pay is $79,000 a year, 30% above the national median of $60,580.
$79,000median pay in Illinois, per year
$56,160–$106,950middle half earn
19,570employed in Illinois
$60,580U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in Illinois
29open roles like this on employer career sites, 3 in Illinois or remote
9employers hiring
5posted in the last 7 days
NE · TX · ILwhere most openings are
Openings in Illinois and remote
- Carpenter · Veterans Health Administration · Marion, Illinois · $32.19–$37.61
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What it takes
Preparation: Some preparation (usually high school; some on-the-job training). Most hold a high school diploma.
Skills that matter most
Active ListeningCritical ThinkingMonitoringCoordinationReading ComprehensionSpeakingQuality Control AnalysisMathematics
Knowledge areas
Building and ConstructionAdministration and ManagementMathematics (knowledge)DesignEngineering and TechnologyPublic Safety and Security
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Carpenters.
Licenses and training in Illinois
Carpenters pay in other states
Hawaii · $85,280California · $75,920Massachusetts · $75,200Washington · $74,190Alaska · $73,860New York · $72,330Minnesota · $64,930Connecticut · $64,060New Jersey · $64,010Maryland · $62,960
Related occupations
BoilermakersBrickmasons and BlockmasonsStonemasonsCarpet InstallersFloor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard TilesFloor Sanders and FinishersTile and Stone SettersCement Masons and Concrete Finishers
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O*NET-SOC 47-2031.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Illinois, annual.