How much does an architect make in North Carolina?
$95,700a year
Median yearly pay for architects in North Carolina. That is $46.01 an hour or $7,975 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.01
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 36 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,980
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $64,730Median: $95,700Highest 10%: $164,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $64,730 | $31.12 | |
| 25th | $79,010 | $37.99 | |
| Median | $95,700 | $46.01 | |
| 75th | $123,000 | $59.12 | |
| 90th | $164,300 | $78.98 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Asheville, NC | $103,100 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $101,400 |
| Charlotte, NC | $98,620 |
| Durham, NC | $98,620 |
| Greensboro, NC | $96,040 |
| Wilmington, NC | $93,720 |
| Raleigh, NC | $91,570 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | $80,260 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for architects.
| 33. Florida | $96,240 |
| 34. Indiana | $96,060 |
| 35. Alabama | $95,990 |
| 36. North Carolina | $95,700 |
| 37. Utah | $95,590 |
| 38. Ohio | $94,960 |
| 39. Texas | $94,490 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an architect make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $46.01 ($95,700 a year).
Do architects make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $95,700 against $99,280 nationally, 4% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for architect pay?
North Carolina ranks 36 of 51 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays architects the most?
Asheville, NC, with a median of $103,100 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.