How much does an acupuncturist make in Charlotte?
$82,890a year
Median yearly pay for acupuncturists in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area. That is $39.85 an hour or $6,908 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.85
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among cities
- 12 of 25
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,670Median: $82,890Highest 10%: $104,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,670 | $24.84 | |
| 25th | $55,980 | $26.91 | |
| Median | $82,890 | $39.85 | |
| 75th | $82,890 | $39.85 | |
| 90th | $104,200 | $50.10 |
Other cities in North Carolina
Median yearly pay for acupuncturists.
| Durham, NC | $89,990 |
| Raleigh, NC | $41,390 |
Related jobs in Charlotte
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $572,900 |
| Cardiologist | $528,800 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $353,700 |
| Neurologist | $337,600 |
| Physician | $327,000 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $289,800 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $277,600 |
| Dermatologist | $276,200 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $269,300 |
| Podiatrist | $254,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an acupuncturist make an hour in Charlotte?
The median hourly pay in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area is $39.85 ($82,890 a year).
Do acupuncturists make more in Charlotte than the national average?
Yes: $82,890 against $76,040 nationally, 9% more.
How does Charlotte compare with the rest of North Carolina?
The median in North Carolina is $76,500, so Charlotte pays 8% more.
Where does Charlotte rank for acupuncturist pay?
12 of 25 metro areas with data.
How much does an acupuncturist make starting out in Charlotte?
The lowest-paid 10% make $51,670 or less a year; the top 10% make $104,200 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.