Carpenter Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Carpenters in Melbourne earn a median salary of $91,884 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $52,364 and $108,680. That is broadly in line with Melbourne's all-roles median of $91,520. Figures are based on 21 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 12th percentile in Melbourne ↓ -4 listings vs last month
💰 Carpenter · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$52,364 – $108,680
Median: $91,884
Apr $92k
May $91k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $52,364 – $108,680
Overall $52k–$108k Mid $52k–$108k $50k $63k $75k $87k $99k $111k
⚠ Low confidence 21 listings (-4 vs last month) · 01/06/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Bottom 10%  $52,364 Median  $91,884 $108,680  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

Melbourne Carpenters earned $91,884 in May, down $616 from April across 21 listings (down 4). The 61% spread from $52k to $108k is unusually wide for this trade, with a p10 of $52,364 suggesting a small number of lower-complexity or part-time listings dragging the lower bound down. The p90 at $108,680 reflects commercial construction and fit-out work. At essentially city median parity (0.4% above), Melbourne pays Carpenters at market rate but $5,616 less than Brisbane.

Take Home Pay (based on median $91,884)

Weekly (net)
~$1,341
Monthly (net)
~$5,810
Annual (net)
~$69,717
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $102,450

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 Melbourne?
Entry-level Carpenters in Melbourne earn $52,364 to $91,884, though the wide spread suggests the lower bound is not representative of the typical starting rate. A Certificate III in Carpentry and site-based experience are the baseline. Commercial construction work typically offers faster pay progression than residential framing.
Is $91,884 a good salary in Melbourne?
At $91,884 and 0.4% above Melbourne's all-roles median, this is at market parity. Melbourne is an expensive city, and at this income level the budget is workable for single earners without significant mortgage pressure. The Brisbane market pays $5,616 more for the same trade at the median.
How much does a Senior Carpenter make in Melbourne?
Senior Carpenters in Melbourne with commercial fit-out or structural experience can reach $108,680 at the 90th percentile. Moving into a Project Engineer or Estimator function, which pay $150,000 and $130,000 in Melbourne, is the standard path for experienced tradespeople seeking a significant salary step.

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Carpenter salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $91,884 —
Brisbane $97,500 +6%
Sydney $93,860 ~same
Perth $90,000 ~same

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