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Carpenter vs Electrician salary

In Denmark, a electrician earns about 19% more than a carpenter $104,416 vs $87,447 per year.

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Skilled Trades
Carpenter
$87,447/yr
Monthly
$7,292
Hourly
$42
Range
$59,898$121,111
10-yr outlook
+4%
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Skilled Trades
Electrician
$104,416/yr
Monthly
$8,699
Hourly
$50
Range
$71,532$144,623
10-yr outlook
+11%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileCarpenterElectrician
Entry (10th)$59,898$71,532
25th$73,672$87,966
Median$87,447$104,416
75th$104,279$124,520
Senior (90th)$121,111$144,623

National Denmark figures in DKK. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a carpenter or electrician earn more in Denmark?
A electrician earns more, at about 683.000 kr. per year vs 572.000 kr. for a carpenter — roughly 19% (111.000 kr.) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Denmark?
A carpenter typically earns 391.800 kr.–792.200 kr., while a electrician earns 467.900 kr.–946.000 kr. per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Denmark?
On a monthly basis before tax, a carpenter averages about 47.700 kr. and a electrician about 56.900 kr..
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Denmark, a carpenter earns about 391.800 kr. while a electrician earns about 467.900 kr. per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Denmark, a carpenter earns about 792.200 kr. while a electrician earns about 946.000 kr. per year.
Are carpenter and electrician similar careers?
Both roles sit in the Skilled Trades category on Pay by Role, which is why we compare them head-to-head. Day-to-day work still differs — review each job page for skills and outlook.