"How long does it take to become a carpenter in Connecticut?"

"Most paths into the carpenter field take 1 to 5 years, depending on whether you complete a trade school program, a registered apprenticeship, or a combination of both."

"What apprenticeships are available for carpenters in Connecticut?"

"In Connecticut, registered apprenticeships are administered through the Connecticut Office of Apprenticeship Training, which works with employers and trade union locals to register programs. See the apprenticeship section above for office contact details."

How to Become A Carpenter in Connecticut

Q: "How much do carpenters earn in Connecticut?"

"According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), carpenters in Connecticut earned a median annual wage of approximately $64,060. Employment concentration in Connecticut is roughly 0.71 of the national average, meaning fewer workers per capita than the U.S. as a whole."

Q: "What is the job outlook for carpenters in Connecticut?"

"Connecticut currently employs approximately 5,160 workers, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 4.5% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034."

Q: "What is the federal prevailing wage for carpenters in Connecticut?"

"Under the Davis-Bacon Act, carpenters on federally funded construction projects in Connecticut earn a prevailing wage of approximately $42.03 per hour in base pay plus $29.19 per hour in fringe benefits, for an effective hourly rate of about $71.22 (Source: U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division, Davis-Bacon wage determinations, 2026)."

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Connecticut carpenters earn a median annual wage of $64,060 ($30.80/hr) according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), with about 5,160 workers employed statewide. The state median is approximately 5.7% above the national median of $60,580 for the same occupation.

Key Takeaways

Median annual pay: $64,060 ($30.80/hr)
25th percentile: $57,540 per year
75th percentile: $80,820 per year
Top 10% earn: more than $88,000 per year
Entry-level (bottom 10%): under $49,140 per year
Workers employed in Connecticut: 5,160
Versus national median: 5.7% above the U.S. median of $60,580
Job concentration: Location quotient 0.71 - this occupation is less concentrated in Connecticut than the national average

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. Last reviewed June 8, 2026.

Connecticut employs approximately 5,160 carpenters according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $64,060 ¹. Nationally, carpenter employment is projected to grow 4.5% from 2024 to 2034, with about 74,100 openings per year ². This page covers how to become a carpenter in Connecticut, including requirements, training programs, and salary data.

Quick Answers About Becoming A Carpenter in Connecticut

How do I become a carpenter in Connecticut? Complete a training program or apprenticeship, gain work experience, and meet any state or employer requirements for carpenters in Connecticut.

How long does it take? Most paths take 1 to 5 years depending on whether you choose trade school, an apprenticeship, or a combination of both.

What do carpenters earn in Connecticut? The median annual wage for carpenters in Connecticut is $64,060 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $49,140 and experienced professionals can earn $88,000 or more ¹.

At a Glance

Training paths: trade school, community college, or apprenticeship
Typical timeline: 1 to 5 years depending on the path
Median wage (Connecticut): $64,060 per year ¹

Carpenter Apprenticeship Information in Connecticut

Apprenticeships combine paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction and typically last 3 to 5 years. Connecticut’s apprenticeship program is administered by the Connecticut Office of Apprenticeship Training ³.

Contact Information:

Office: Connecticut Labor Department, Office of Apprenticeship & Training
Address: 200 Folly Brook Boulevard, Wethersfield, CT 06109-1114
Phone: (860) 263-6085
Email: [email protected]

Carpenter Wages by Metro Area in Connecticut

Carpenters Wages by Metro Area in Connecticut

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025 OES data), carpenters wages in Connecticut vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford	1,660	$64,770	$71,020	$48,940	$98,980
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury	1,100	$63,210	$66,890	$48,690	$88,000
Norwich-New London-Willimantic	740	$64,500	$67,400	$50,460	$81,700
New Haven	730	$65,750	$70,830	$50,810	$89,310
Waterbury-Shelton	460	$62,250	$65,970	$46,680	$82,350

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025.

Top Metros for Carpenters in Connecticut

The metropolitan areas listed below report the highest carpenter employment within Connecticut according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025).

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage
Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford	1,660	$64,770
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury	1,100	$63,210
Norwich-New London-Willimantic	740	$64,500
New Haven	730	$65,750
Waterbury-Shelton	460	$62,250

Explore carpenter programs in Hartford, Bridgeport, and Norwich.

Federal Prevailing Wage in Connecticut

Under the Davis-Bacon Act, carpenters working on federally funded construction projects in Connecticut earn a prevailing wage set by the U.S. Department of Labor. Recent Connecticut general wage determinations show approximately $42.03 per hour in base pay plus $29.19 per hour in fringe benefits, for an effective hourly rate of about $71.22 (Source: DOL Wage and Hour Division, Davis-Bacon wage determinations, 2026) ⁴.

Prevailing wages apply to federal construction contracts above the Davis-Bacon threshold and may differ from typical private-sector pay reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Rates also vary by county and by classification within carpenter work.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for carpenters in Connecticut? Connecticut currently employs approximately 5,160 carpenters ¹. Nationally, carpenter employment is projected to grow 4.5% from 2024 to 2034 ².

What training programs are available in Connecticut? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs. Use the school finder above to search for accredited programs in Connecticut. You can also contact the Connecticut Office of Apprenticeship Training for apprenticeship opportunities.

How much do carpenters earn in Connecticut compared to the national average? The median annual wage for carpenters in Connecticut is $64,060, which is $4,750 above the national median of $59,310 according to BLS data ¹.

Citations

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎
Connecticut Office of Apprenticeship Training: http://www.ctdol.state.ct.us/progsupt/appren/WorkSchedules/SponsorReport1.htm ↩︎
U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division - Davis-Bacon General Wage Determinations: https://sam.gov/wage-determinations ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)