How much do carpenters make in Alberta?

The average wage for carpenters is less than the average ($44,231) for all occupations in the province. However, wages depend on trades certification and other variables, such as union membership. For example, the current rate for journeyman members of the B.C. Carpenters Union is $27.54/hr (approximately. $54,000 per year), plus benefits. On average, carpenters with trades certification earned $7,000 per year more than non-certified workers. Based on these variables, 19% of B.C.'s carpenters working full-time, full-year earned $50,000 or more.