The entire country suffered because we had a terrible recession and a construction depression. Carpenters didn’t “lose” raises, we kept our jobs and had steady work. Compared to other industries we were hit the hardest but have recovered more strongly than many.

Carpenters Total Package Rates & Percentage Increases 2012–2017

6/1/2017

• $57.18
• 3.01%

6/1/2016

• $55.51
• 2.76%

6/1/2015

• $54.02
• 3.25%

6/1/2014

• $52.32
• 2.95%

6/1/2013

• $50.82
• 2.52%

6/1/2012

• $49.57
• 2.27%