Carpentry schools in Alabama

Looking for carpentry schools in Alabama? There are 4, including 4 public colleges. Carpenters in Alabama earn a median $48,220 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
4
Public colleges
4
Median pay in AL
$48,220

4 carpentry schools

School results

  1. Gadsden State Community College

    Gadsden, AL · Public

    • Carpentry
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +18

  2. George C Wallace Community College-Dothan

    Dothan, AL · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +14

  3. J F Ingram State Technical College

    Deatsville, AL · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +11

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  5. Northwest-Shoals Community College

    Muscle Shoals, AL · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +12

What carpenters earn in Alabama

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Carpenter salary in AlabamaHow to become a carpenter

Median pay
$48,220
$23.18 an hour
Typical range
$34,430–$63,140
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in AL
5,560
Job growth, 2025–35
+3.9%
62,800 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many carpentry schools are in Alabama?

We list 4 schools in Alabama with carpentry programs: 4 public colleges. Campuses are in Dothan, Gadsden, Deatsville, and Muscle Shoals.

Are there community college carpentry programs in Alabama?

Yes. 4 public colleges in Alabama offer carpentry. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does carpentry school cost in Alabama?

Among the 3 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,170 to $3,515. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do carpenters make in Alabama?

The median pay for carpenters in Alabama is $48,220 a year, and most earn between $34,430 and $63,140, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a carpentry school in Alabama?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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