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Carpenter Wages in Nova Scotia
Median hourly pay, how it has moved since 2017, and how each economic region compares. 2025 data.
Median hourly
$25.00
Low (10th pct)
$20.00
High (90th pct)
$33.80
Full-time yearly
≈ $52,000
Vs. national
22% below
Wage trend
The median wage for carpenters in Nova Scotia rose from $19.47 in 2017 to $25.00 in 2025 — 28% over 8 years, before inflation. The dashed break marks the 2021 reclassification: the two segments are measured on different occupational definitions and are shown separately rather than joined.
By region within Nova Scotia
| Economic region | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Shore | $18.00 | $25.00 | $35.00 |
| Annapolis Valley | $20.00 | $25.00 | $33.80 |
| Halifax | $21.00 | $25.00 | $36.00 |
| Cape Breton | $19.00 | $24.00 | $30.77 |
| Southern | $18.83 | $23.39 | $30.13 |
Other trades in Nova Scotia
- Electricians
- Industrial Electricians
- Powerline Technicians
- Plumbers
- Steamfitters and Pipefitters
- Welders
- Sheet Metal Workers
- Ironworkers
- Machinists
- Millwrights and Industrial Mechanics
- Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics
- Aircraft Mechanics
- Automotive Service Technicians
- Concrete Finishers
- Drywall Installers
- Roofers
- Painters and Decorators
- Machining Contractors and Supervisors
- Electrical Contractors and Supervisors
- Carpentry Contractors and Supervisors
- Construction Contractors and Supervisors
- Mechanic Shop Contractors and Supervisors
- Heavy Equipment Crew Supervisors
The full-time yearly figure is the median hourly wage × 2,080 hours (40 a week, 52 weeks). It is an equivalent, not a published salary, and excludes overtime. Official classification: Carpenters (NOC 72310). Source: Labour Force Survey.