How much does an area make in North Carolina?
$66,470a year
Median yearly pay for areas in North Carolina. That is $31.96 an hour or $5,539 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.96
- Vs. national median
- -22%
- Rank among states
- 35 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 590
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,470Median: $66,470Highest 10%: $110,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,470 | $21.86 | |
| 25th | $48,720 | $23.42 | |
| Median | $66,470 | $31.96 | |
| 75th | $84,710 | $40.73 | |
| 90th | $110,700 | $53.20 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Virginia Beach, VA | $81,790 |
| Charlotte, NC | $73,010 |
| Durham, NC | $61,130 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for areas.
| 32. Texas | $72,250 |
| 33. West Virginia | $71,200 |
| 34. Florida | $66,520 |
| 35. North Carolina | $66,470 |
| 36. South Carolina | $64,500 |
| 37. Alabama | $63,090 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an area make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $31.96 ($66,470 a year).
Do areas make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $66,470 against $85,020 nationally, 22% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for area pay?
North Carolina ranks 35 of 37 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays areas the most?
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC, with a median of $81,790 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.