Carpenter Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Carpenters in Melbourne earn a median salary of $94,430 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $83,832 and $108,812. That is broadly in line with Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 40 jobs advertised in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 61th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +20 listings vs last month
💰 Carpenter · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$83,832 – $108,812
Median: $94,430
Jun $92k
Jul $94k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $83,536 – $108,680
Overall $83k–$108k Mid $83k–$108k $81k $87k $93k $99k $105k $112k
Moderate confidence 40 listings (+20 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 40 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 75.0% stated a salary directly. The remaining 25.0% 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%  $83,832 Median  $94,430 $108,812  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

Listings doubled from 20 to 40 and the median rose $1,900 to $94,000, though Melbourne remains the second-weakest carpentry market of the five in this data. Brisbane leads at $100,000 and Sydney sits at $96,000, both ahead of Melbourne despite Melbourne's higher living costs. At 75% salary disclosure this is one of the best-evidenced trade figures in the report, so the gap is real rather than an artefact. The 27% spread is narrow, meaning the trade certificate sets the rate.

Take Home Pay (based on median $94,430)

Weekly (net)
~$1,373
Monthly (net)
~$5,949
Annual (net)
~$71,385
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $105,289

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?
A qualified carpenter starts at $83,000, with the trade certificate as the barrier and apprentice rates outside this range. Commercial fitout, formwork and high-rise work pay above residential framing. A white card is assumed, while working at heights and scaffolding tickets are what move pay within the band.
Is $94,430 a good salary in Melbourne?
Marginally. At $94,000 a carpenter earns 4.9% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,373 a week against high living costs. That is the thinnest premium of any trade in this report, and Brisbane pays $6,000 more at a much lower cost base. The strong disclosure rate means you can trust this figure.
How much does a Senior Carpenter make in Melbourne?
The ceiling is $108,000, reached through leading hand work, site supervision or commercial fitout specialisation. Beyond the tools, Melbourne estimators earn $150,000 and site managers $155,000. Builder registration is the other route, though these figures cover employed positions only.

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Carpenter salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $94,430 0%
Brisbane $100,000 +6%
Sydney $96,900 +3%
Adelaide $90,000 -5%
Perth $87,960 -7%

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