How much does a communications equipment operator make in North Carolina?
$46,430a year
Median yearly pay for communications equipment operators in North Carolina. That is $22.32 an hour or $3,869 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.32
- Vs. national median
- -15%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 9
- Jobs in the state
- 30
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,330Median: $46,430Highest 10%: $54,950
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,330 | $19.39 | |
| 25th | $42,000 | $20.19 | |
| Median | $46,430 | $22.32 | |
| 75th | $51,630 | $24.82 | |
| 90th | $54,950 | $26.42 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for communications equipment operators.
| 6. Michigan | $51,920 |
| 7. Louisiana | $48,560 |
| 8. Ohio | $47,360 |
| 9. North Carolina | $46,430 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a communications equipment operator make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $22.32 ($46,430 a year).
Do communications equipment operators make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $46,430 against $54,680 nationally, 15% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for communications equipment operator pay?
North Carolina ranks 9 of 9 states.
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.