How much does a biological scientist make in North Carolina?
$100,100a year
Median yearly pay for biological scientists in North Carolina. That is $48.11 an hour or $8,339 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.11
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 2,780
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,460Median: $100,100Highest 10%: $152,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,460 | $31.47 | |
| 25th | $79,960 | $38.44 | |
| Median | $100,100 | $48.11 | |
| 75th | $124,500 | $59.86 | |
| 90th | $152,200 | $73.16 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Raleigh, NC | $102,400 |
| Charlotte, NC | $101,700 |
| Greensboro, NC | $99,050 |
| Durham, NC | $98,700 |
| Wilmington, NC | $97,310 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | $96,850 |
| Asheville, NC | $94,520 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $90,020 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for biological scientists.
| 10. New York | $104,100 |
| 11. Rhode Island | $101,800 |
| 12. Pennsylvania | $100,800 |
| 13. North Carolina | $100,100 |
| 14. Georgia | $96,820 |
| 15. Virginia | $96,030 |
| 16. Hawaii | $95,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological scientist make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $48.11 ($100,100 a year).
Do biological scientists make more in North Carolina than the national average?
Yes: $100,100 against $98,920 nationally, 1% more.
Where does North Carolina rank for biological scientist pay?
North Carolina ranks 13 of 50 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays biological scientists the most?
Raleigh-Cary, NC, with a median of $102,400 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.