How much does a chemical technician make in North Carolina?
$59,030a year
Median yearly pay for chemical technicians in North Carolina. That is $28.38 an hour or $4,919 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.38
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among states
- 27 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,660
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,280Median: $59,030Highest 10%: $83,110
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,280 | $21.77 | |
| 25th | $47,710 | $22.94 | |
| Median | $59,030 | $28.38 | |
| 75th | $74,990 | $36.05 | |
| 90th | $83,110 | $39.96 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Winston-Salem, NC | $68,630 |
| Durham, NC | $64,500 |
| Raleigh, NC | $63,640 |
| Charlotte, NC | $61,730 |
| Wilmington, NC | $61,200 |
| Greensboro, NC | $55,800 |
| Asheville, NC | $55,720 |
| Hickory, NC | $50,510 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $49,820 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemical technicians.
| 24. Wisconsin | $59,440 |
| 25. Pennsylvania | $59,420 |
| 26. Indiana | $59,290 |
| 27. North Carolina | $59,030 |
| 28. West Virginia | $58,750 |
| 29. New Jersey | $58,580 |
| 30. Michigan | $58,180 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical technician make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $28.38 ($59,030 a year).
Do chemical technicians make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $59,030 against $60,390 nationally, 2% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for chemical technician pay?
North Carolina ranks 27 of 51 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays chemical technicians the most?
Winston-Salem, NC, with a median of $68,630 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.