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Carpenter Salary in China

Carpenters build and repair structures and fixtures from wood and other materials. The China median is $45,575 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$45,575
per year
Monthly (national)
$3,805
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$45,575
Tianjin, CN
Hourly (national)
$21.91
varies by city

Carpenter salary by city in China

CityPer year
Tianjin, CN$45,575
Wuhan, CN$45,575
Dongguan, CN$45,575
Xi’an, CN$45,575
Nanjing, CN$45,575
Foshan, CN$45,575
Shanghai, CN$36,873
Beijing, CN$34,366
Shenzhen, CN$32,891
Guangzhou, CN$29,056
Hangzhou, CN$28,614
Chengdu, CN$23,746

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a carpenter make in China?
The national median carpenter salary in China is about ¥309,000 per year (¥25,800 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about ¥161,000 to ¥309,000.
Which China city pays carpenters the most?
Tianjin, CN pays the most at about ¥309,000 per year.
Which China city pays carpenters the least?
Among cities we cover, Chengdu, CN is on the lower end at about ¥161,000 per year for a carpenter.
What is the typical salary range for a carpenter in China?
Across China cities we cover, carpenter pay commonly spans from about ¥114,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about ¥428,000 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many China cities have carpenter salary data?
Pay by Role publishes carpenter pay for 12 cities in China, all shown in CNY.
Is carpenter in demand in China?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +4% over the next decade. Related skilled trades roles on Pay by Role include Electrician, Plumber, Chef.