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Helpers--Carpenters average salary by city in Puerto Rico
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Juan | $27,050 | $26,380 | $23,070 | n/a | n/a |
| Mayaguez | $25,460 | $23,390 | $22,870 | n/a | n/a |
| Ponce | $24,860 | $23,210 | $22,670 | n/a | n/a |
| Aguadilla | $24,400 | $22,940 | $22,370 | n/a | n/a |
| Arecibo | $23,690 | $22,200 | $22,070 | n/a | n/a |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 47-3012.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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