DOL Median (Tennessee)
$39,998
vs National
-21%
National: $50,648BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$44,295
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$39,998
-21% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$50,648
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Carpenters in Tennessee earns $39,998 in nominal terms, which is 21% below the national average of $50,648. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 90.3 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $44,295 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Tennessee
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| MEN FRAMING | $39,998 | 1 |
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How much does a Carpenters make in Tennessee?
The median Carpenters salary in Tennessee is $39,998 based on 1 DOL filings.
Is Tennessee a good place to work as a Carpenters?
A Carpenters in Tennessee earns 21% less than the national median of $50,648, or $44,295 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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Source: US Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC) public disclosure files (PERM Form ETA-9089 and LCA Form ETA-9035), and US Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). Salary figures represent employer filings and government survey estimates, not individual worker pay.