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Denmark · Salary comparison

Carpenter vs HVAC Technician salary

In Denmark, a hvac technician earns about 12% more than a carpenter $97,995 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
HVAC Technician
$97,995/yr
Monthly
$8,164
Hourly
$47
Range
$69,774$132,485
10-yr outlook
+9%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileCarpenterHVAC Technician
Entry (10th)$59,898$69,774
25th$73,672$83,885
Median$87,447$97,995
75th$104,279$115,240
Senior (90th)$121,111$132,485

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

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Frequently asked questions

Does a carpenter or hvac technician earn more in Denmark?
A hvac technician earns more, at about 641.000 kr. per year vs 572.000 kr. for a carpenter — roughly 12% (69.000 kr.) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Denmark?
A carpenter typically earns 391.800 kr.–792.200 kr., while a hvac technician earns 456.400 kr.–866.600 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 hvac technician about 53.400 kr..
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Denmark, a carpenter earns about 391.800 kr. while a hvac technician earns about 456.400 kr. per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Denmark, a carpenter earns about 792.200 kr. while a hvac technician earns about 866.600 kr. per year.
Are carpenter and hvac technician 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.