72310 economic 2025-2027
Halifax Good
Canada Moderate
Carpenters in Halifax
Salary Information
Wage data for this region
Entry-level
$21.00
/hr
Typical
$25.00
/hr
Experienced
$36.00
/hr
Average: $27.32/hr
Source: Job Bank Canada. Wages may vary by region and experience.
Employment Trends Analysis
The employment outlook will be Good for carpenters (NOC 72310) in the Halifax region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
- Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
- Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.
Additional information is available at the provincial level.
Here are some key facts about carpenters in the Halifax region:
- Approximately 2,110 people work in this occupation.
- Carpenters mainly work in the following sectors:
- Construction (NAICS 23): 88%