How much does a court make in North Carolina?
$49,110a year
Median yearly pay for courts in North Carolina. That is $23.61 an hour or $4,093 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.61
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 5,240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,290Median: $49,110Highest 10%: $71,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,290 | $17.93 | |
| 25th | $42,520 | $20.44 | |
| Median | $49,110 | $23.61 | |
| 75th | $58,730 | $28.24 | |
| 90th | $71,400 | $34.33 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Asheville, NC | $58,730 |
| Raleigh, NC | $54,360 |
| Durham, NC | $51,490 |
| Wilmington, NC | $51,140 |
| Burlington, NC | $50,960 |
| Greensboro, NC | $50,960 |
| Goldsboro, NC | $50,120 |
| Pinehurst, NC | $50,060 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | $49,970 |
| Charlotte, NC | $49,110 |
| Jacksonville, NC | $48,180 |
| Greenville, NC | $48,140 |
| Hickory, NC | $47,560 |
| Rocky Mount, NC | $47,270 |
| Fayetteville, NC | $46,490 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $42,520 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for courts.
| 17. Hawaii | $51,890 |
| 18. Utah | $51,130 |
| 19. Colorado | $50,410 |
| 20. North Carolina | $49,110 |
| 21. Arizona | $48,700 |
| 22. Michigan | $48,690 |
| 23. Maine | $48,580 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a court make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $23.61 ($49,110 a year).
Do courts make more in North Carolina than the national average?
Yes: $49,110 against $48,700 nationally, 1% more.
Where does North Carolina rank for court pay?
North Carolina ranks 20 of 51 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays courts the most?
Asheville, NC, with a median of $58,730 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.