How much does an acupuncturist make in North Carolina?
$76,500a year
Median yearly pay for acupuncturists in North Carolina. That is $36.78 an hour or $6,375 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.78
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 24
- Jobs in the state
- 320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,390Median: $76,500Highest 10%: $94,230
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,390 | $19.90 | |
| 25th | $46,940 | $22.57 | |
| Median | $76,500 | $36.78 | |
| 75th | $89,990 | $43.26 | |
| 90th | $94,230 | $45.30 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Durham, NC | $89,990 |
| Charlotte, NC | $82,890 |
| Raleigh, NC | $41,390 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for acupuncturists.
| 11. Washington | $83,200 |
| 12. Maine | $83,040 |
| 13. New Hampshire | $77,470 |
| 14. North Carolina | $76,500 |
| 15. California | $75,530 |
| 16. Georgia | $73,980 |
| 17. Florida | $69,990 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an acupuncturist make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $36.78 ($76,500 a year).
Do acupuncturists make more in North Carolina than the national average?
Yes: $76,500 against $76,040 nationally, 1% more.
Where does North Carolina rank for acupuncturist pay?
North Carolina ranks 14 of 24 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays acupuncturists the most?
Durham-Chapel Hill, NC, with a median of $89,990 a year.
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.