Home & Repair, Pennsylvania
Carpenter cost in Philadelphia, PA
A typical Carpenter figure in Philadelphia is about $90 per hour, about 5% above the national figure of $85.
Typical cost
Typical in Philadelphia
$90
per hour
- On the low end
- $48
- On the high end
- $158
Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Philadelphia. Not a quote.
What moves the price
- Project complexity
- Custom millwork
- Material grade
- On-site vs shop work
- Finish quality
Ways to pay less
- Have plans ready
- Buy materials yourself
- Combine small jobs
- Ask for a day rate
- Reuse existing trim
Carpenter in similar cities
| Place | Typical | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia, PA | $90 | $48 to $158 |
| National typical | $85 | $45 to $150 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $84 | $44 to $147 |
| Allentown, PA | $82 | $43 to $144 |
| Erie, PA | $77 | $41 to $135 |
| Ann Arbor, MI | $92 | $49 to $162 |
| Everett, WA | $100 | $53 to $176 |
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Questions people ask
Carpenter in Philadelphia: what does it cost?
In Philadelphia, PA, Carpenter typically costs about $90 per hour, with most prices between $48 and $158.
Why is Philadelphia higher than the national price?
This estimate moves the national figure halfway with what the workers behind Carpenter earn in Philadelphia, from federal wage data, and halfway with the local cost of living. Together they put Philadelphia about 5% above the national figure.
Is this a quote?
No. It is an estimate built from national price data and local cost of living. A local pro will price your actual job.