How much does a curator make in North Carolina?
$49,470a year
Median yearly pay for curators in North Carolina. That is $23.78 an hour or $4,123 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.78
- Vs. national median
- -22%
- Rank among states
- 47 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 600
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,240Median: $49,470Highest 10%: $76,890
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,240 | $20.31 | |
| 25th | $47,560 | $22.87 | |
| Median | $49,470 | $23.78 | |
| 75th | $69,360 | $33.35 | |
| 90th | $76,890 | $36.97 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Raleigh, NC | $65,670 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $58,200 |
| Greensboro, NC | $55,170 |
| Charlotte, NC | $53,100 |
| Durham, NC | $49,240 |
| Wilmington, NC | $48,230 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for curators.
| 44. Arkansas | $53,870 |
| 45. Iowa | $53,830 |
| 46. Hawaii | $50,720 |
| 47. North Carolina | $49,470 |
| 48. South Carolina | $47,200 |
| 49. Mississippi | $40,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a curator make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $23.78 ($49,470 a year).
Do curators make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $49,470 against $63,420 nationally, 22% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for curator pay?
North Carolina ranks 47 of 49 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays curators the most?
Raleigh-Cary, NC, with a median of $65,670 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.