How much does an agricultural worker make in North Carolina?
$43,790a year
Median yearly pay for agricultural workers in North Carolina. That is $21.05 an hour or $3,649 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.05
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 23
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,080Median: $43,790Highest 10%: $90,790
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,080 | $13.50 | |
| 25th | $38,440 | $18.48 | |
| Median | $43,790 | $21.05 | |
| 75th | $62,810 | $30.20 | |
| 90th | $90,790 | $43.65 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Charlotte, NC | $43,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for agricultural workers.
| 1. California | $53,090 |
| 2. Hawaii | $46,650 |
| 3. Washington | $43,930 |
| 4. North Carolina | $43,790 |
| 5. Ohio | $43,540 |
| 6. Arizona | $43,350 |
| 7. Montana | $42,130 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an agricultural worker make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $21.05 ($43,790 a year).
Do agricultural workers make more in North Carolina than the national average?
Yes: $43,790 against $39,850 nationally, 10% more.
Where does North Carolina rank for agricultural worker pay?
North Carolina ranks 4 of 23 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays agricultural workers the most?
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC, with a median of $43,600 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.