Carpenter Apprenticeship in Nevada

Wages, programs & career outlook
NV Median Salary
$62,240/yr
+5% vs. national
National Median
$59,310/yr
NV Employment
13,420
Carpenters employed
NV Sponsors
119
Registered programs

Nevada Wage Spread

Annual wages for Carpenters in Nevada across all experience levels.

10th %ile
$44,370
25th %ile
$50,120
Median
$62,240
75th %ile
$79,260
90th %ile
$102,320

Carpenter Apprenticeship in Nevada

At $62,240/yr, Nevada Carpenters earn a meaningful premium over the $48,060 national average — 30% more without requiring a bachelor's degree.

Wages for Carpenters in Nevada ($62,240/yr) track close to the $59,310 national median — within 5% either way. The state sits squarely in the middle of the pack.

Employment for Carpenters is projected to grow 4.5% through 2034, roughly in line with the overall economy. About 74,100 positions open annually through both growth and replacement.

The Carpenter workforce in Nevada (13,420 workers, 1.7% of national employment) is relatively small. Fewer employers means fewer apprenticeship slots — competition for available programs can be stiffer.

A Carpenter apprenticeship runs 4 years at 8,000 hours. The time-based structure means you're logging real work alongside experienced tradespeople from week one, learning blueprint reading, building codes, and material estimation in evening or weekend classes.

Apprenticeship seekers in Nevada can contact any of 119 registered sponsors. Coverage is solid in metro areas, though rural regions may have fewer options for specific trades.

Apprentices entering the Carpenter trade in Nevada start near the $44,370 floor but have a clear path to $102,320 — a $57,950 arc that reflects how the trade values experience and skill accumulation.

Registered Apprenticeship Sponsors in Nevada

119 registered apprenticeship sponsors in Nevada. Contact directly for program availability and application details.

Organization City County
USBR Lower Colorado Dams Office - Hoover Boulder City Clark County
Carson City EmployNV Business/Career Hub Carson City
Click Bond Inc Carson City
EmployNV Career/Business Hub Elko
OPERATING ENGINEERS LOCAL 3 JATC Elko Washoe County
NV JobConnect/Ely Ely
EmployNV Career/Business Hub Fallon
NAS-LIION LLC Gardnerville Douglas County
Borman Specialty Materials Henderson Clark County
Delmar Gardens Henderson
Henderson EmployNV Career Hub Henderson
IRONWORKERS LOCAL 416 JATC Henderson Clark County
IRONWORKERS LOCAL 433 JATC Henderson Clark County
Industrial Painter Henderson Clark County
Intellatek Henderson
James Disabato LLC Henderson
NEVADA ROOFERS LOCAL 162 JATC Henderson Clark County
PLUMBING HEATING COOLING CONTRACTORS OF NV Henderson Clark County
Painters DC16 JATC South--Northern California & Nevada Finishing Trades Institute Henderson Clark County
Painters DC16 JATC-Glaziers-Northern California & Nevada Finishing Trades Institute - Southern NV Henderson Clark County
SPRINKLER FITTERS LOCAL 669 JATC Henderson Clark County
Tech Wizards Burrow Henderson
Todd's Unique Dining Henderson
Veterans Stand Together Henderson Clark County
ABC OF LAS VEGAS SHEET METAL Las Vegas Clark County
+ 5 more sponsors in Nevada

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Carpenters make in Nevada?
Carpenters in Nevada earn a median salary of $62,240/yr according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2024). This is above the national median of $59,310 for the trade.
How many years does it take to become a Carpenter through apprenticeship?
Most Carpenter apprenticeships run 4 years. Apprentices work under a journeyman while attending classes, typically earning wages from day one with scheduled increases.
What's the difference between a Carpenter apprenticeship and trade school?
Apprenticeships offer paid training with no tuition, while trade school requires upfront costs but may be shorter. Many Carpenters combine both — starting with trade school basics before entering an apprenticeship.
Are Carpenter jobs growing?
Demand for Carpenters is steady, with 4.5% projected growth through 2034. An aging workforce creates replacement openings even in slower-growth scenarios.
How do I find a Carpenter apprenticeship in Nevada?
There are 119 registered apprenticeship sponsors in Nevada. Start with your local IBEW, UA, or trade union office. You can also check apprenticeship.gov for listings and contact sponsors directly.
Do Carpenter apprentices get paid during training?
Apprentices are paid employees from the start. In Nevada, a first-year Carpenter apprentice might earn around $31,120/yr (roughly half the $62,240 journeyman median), with scheduled raises throughout the 4-year program.

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Data: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2024, DOL RAPIDS Registered Apprenticeship database, ApprenticeshipUSA Sponsor Directory.