Carpenter Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Carpenters in Brisbane earn a median salary of $100,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $84,500 and $118,848. That sits 14% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $87,500. Figures are based on 39 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 58th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +7 listings vs last month
💰 Carpenter · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$84,500 – $118,848
Median: $100,000
Jun $100k
Jul $100k
→ Stable

Based on 2-month data, short-term movement only.

Mid level $84,500 – $118,848
Overall $84k–$118k Mid $84k–$118k $81k $90k $98k $106k $114k $122k
Moderate confidence 39 listings (+7 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 39 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 63.4% stated a salary directly. The remaining 36.6% carried a range estimated from the listing, so this median blends advertised and estimated pay. Figures represent what employers advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Bottom 10%  $84,500 Median  $100,000 $118,848  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Brisbane is the best-paying carpentry market in the country this month at $100,000, ahead of Sydney at $96,000 and Perth at $87,000. Perth sitting last is the surprise, since the resources premium that lifts boilermakers there does not extend to residential trades. The median held flat while listings rose from 32 to 39, and at 63% salary disclosure this is one of the best-evidenced figures in the report. Southeast Queensland construction volume is the straightforward explanation.

Take Home Pay (based on median $100,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,443
Monthly (net)
~$6,253
Annual (net)
~$75,033
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $111,500

Take-home calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, no HECS debt, full Australian residency. Total package adds 11.5% superannuation to base salary. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Carpenter in Brisbane?
A qualified carpenter starts at $84,000, with the trade certificate setting the floor and apprentice rates sitting outside this range. Formwork, commercial fitout and high-rise experience pay above residential framing. A white card is assumed, while working at heights and scaffolding tickets are what actually move pay within the band.
Is $100,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
Yes. At $100,000 a carpenter earns 14.3% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $87,000, with take-home around $1,443 a week and moderate living costs. It also beats every other capital for this trade, which is unusual for Brisbane. Combined with 63% salary disclosure, this is one of the more reliable good-news figures in the data.
How much does a Senior Carpenter make in Brisbane?
The ceiling is $118,000, reached through leading hand, site supervision or specialisation in commercial fitout and formwork. Beyond that the progression leaves the tools, with Brisbane estimators at $133,000 and site managers at $190,000. Builder licensing is the other route, though these figures cover employed positions only.

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Carpenter salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $100,000 0%
Sydney $96,900 -3%
Melbourne $94,430 -6%
Adelaide $90,000 -10%
Perth $87,960 -12%

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