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Carpenter Salary in South Korea

Carpenters build and repair structures and fixtures from wood and other materials. The South Korea median is $65,309 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$65,309
per year
Monthly (national)
$5,442
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$65,309
Incheon, KR
Hourly (national)
$31.40
varies by city

Carpenter salary by city in South Korea

CityPer year
Incheon, KR$65,309
Daegu, KR$65,309
Daejeon, KR$65,309
Gwangju, KR$65,309
Suwon, KR$65,309
Ulsan, KR$65,309
Goyang-si, KR$65,309
Changwon, KR$65,309
Cheongju-si, KR$65,309
Jeonju, KR$65,309
Seoul, KR$49,723
Busan, KR$33,091

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a carpenter make in South Korea?
The national median carpenter salary in South Korea is about ₩98,050,000 per year (₩8,170,800 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about ₩49,680,000 to ₩98,050,000.
Which South Korea city pays carpenters the most?
Incheon, KR pays the most at about ₩98,050,000 per year.
Which South Korea city pays carpenters the least?
Among cities we cover, Busan, KR is on the lower end at about ₩49,680,000 per year for a carpenter.
What is the typical salary range for a carpenter in South Korea?
Across South Korea cities we cover, carpenter pay commonly spans from about ₩35,140,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about ₩135,799,300 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many South Korea cities have carpenter salary data?
Pay by Role publishes carpenter pay for 12 cities in South Korea, all shown in KRW.
Is carpenter in demand in South Korea?
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.