Quick answer: Carpenters in New Hampshire typically bill $65–$90 per hour (2025). The median carpenter earns $29.42/hr ($61,200/year) per U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data — a carpentry business charges roughly 2–3× that to cover overhead and profit.
Here's the full picture: what carpenters earn, what shops bill, what common jobs cost, how pay varies by metro, and how New Hampshire compares to other states.
Carpenter income in New Hampshire (2025)
Based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data for New Hampshire's ~3,760 carpenters:
| Experience level | Hourly | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry-level (10th percentile) | $21.87 | ~$3,791 | ~$45,490 |
| Median (typical) | $29.42 | ~$5,100 | $61,200 |
| Experienced (90th percentile) | $44.43 | ~$7,701 | ~$92,414 |
Monthly and annual figures assume full-time work (about 2,080 hours a year).
What you earn vs. what you charge
The wages above are what a carpenter takes home. What a carpentry business bills the customer is higher — it has to cover the truck, tools, insurance, licensing, fuel, office time, and profit. A shop typically bills 2.2–3× the worker's wage:
| Rate | |
|---|---|
| Median carpenter wage (earned) | ~$29/hr |
| Typical shop rate (charged) | $65–$90/hr |
Where New Hampshire ranks
New Hampshire pays carpenters right at the national median, ranking 21st of 51 states — right around the national middle:
| Benchmark | Median hourly wage |
|---|---|
| Highest — Hawaii | $41.00 |
| New Hampshire (21st) | $29.42 |
| National median | $29.12 |
| Lowest — Oklahoma | $22.55 |
Carpenter rates by New Hampshire metro
Pay varies widely within the state. Median carpenter wage by metro area (BLS, 2025):
| Metro area | Median wage | Typical billed rate |
|---|---|---|
| Central New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area | $29.49/hr | $65–$90/hr |
| Northern New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area | $29.48/hr | $65–$90/hr |
| Manchester-Nashua | $29.47/hr | $65–$90/hr |
| Southwestern New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area | $28.82/hr | $65–$85/hr |
What common carpentry jobs cost in New Hampshire
At New Hampshire billed rates, here's what typical jobs run — labor plus materials, and every job differs:
| Job | Typical New Hampshire range |
|---|---|
| Small repair / punch-list job | $100–$400 |
| Interior door installation | $150–$500 + door |
| Custom shelving / built-ins | $500–$2,550 |
| Crown molding installation | $400–$1,500 |
| Deck construction | $3,000–$10,000 |
| Framing (per project) | $1,000–$5,100 |
| Stair repair / build | $500–$2,550 |
| Cabinet installation | $400–$1,500 + cabinets |
| Window trim / casing | $200–$800 |
| Subfloor repair | $300–$1,200 |
Typical ranges to benchmark against — not quotes.
How carpenters compare to other trades in New Hampshire
Here's how carpenter pay lines up against New Hampshire's other skilled trades:
| Trade | Median wage | Typical billed rate |
|---|---|---|
| HVAC technician | $35.51/hr | $80–$105/hr |
| Plumber | $32.12/hr | $70–$95/hr |
| Electrician | $30.21/hr | $65–$90/hr |
| Carpenter | $29.42/hr | $65–$90/hr |
| Roofer | $28.76/hr | $65–$85/hr |
Setting your own rate
Use these as benchmarks, not rules — your rate has to cover your real overhead and the profit margin you need. See how to price a job to run the math, then build a quote with the free carpenter estimate generator, or download BIG INVOICE to invoice from your phone with your rates saved.
Do carpenters need a license in New Hampshire?
Licensing requirements depend on the trade and where you work. See New Hampshire contractor & trade licensing to check whether carpenters need a state license in New Hampshire, which board issues it, and how to apply.
Frequently asked questions
How much do carpenters charge per hour in New Hampshire?
In 2025, most New Hampshire carpenters bill $65–$90 per hour. That rate covers the worker's wage (a $29/hr median) plus overhead and profit.
What is the average carpenter salary in New Hampshire?
The median carpenter in New Hampshire earns about $61,200 a year ($29.42/hr). Entry-level carpenters earn around $45,000 and the most experienced earn $92,000 or more.
Do carpenters earn more in New Hampshire than nationally?
New Hampshire pays carpenters right about the national median of $29.12/hr, ranking 21st of 51 states.
Which New Hampshire city pays carpenters the most?
Central New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area, at a $29.49/hr median wage, is among the highest-paying metros in the state.
Wage data: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. Billed rates and job-cost ranges are illustrative estimates (median wage × 2.2–3.0 overhead-and-profit markup), not quotes.