How much does a cutting make in North Carolina?
$43,400a year
Median yearly pay for cuttings in North Carolina. That is $20.87 an hour or $3,617 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.87
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 40 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 3,940
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,180Median: $43,400Highest 10%: $62,120
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,180 | $16.91 | |
| 25th | $37,390 | $17.98 | |
| Median | $43,400 | $20.87 | |
| 75th | $50,090 | $24.08 | |
| 90th | $62,120 | $29.87 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Winston-Salem, NC | $48,520 |
| Asheville, NC | $47,230 |
| Durham, NC | $45,930 |
| Charlotte, NC | $45,760 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $43,830 |
| Wilmington, NC | $42,890 |
| Burlington, NC | $42,480 |
| Hickory, NC | $41,240 |
| Raleigh, NC | $40,620 |
| Greensboro, NC | $39,150 |
| Goldsboro, NC | $37,390 |
| Rocky Mount, NC | $37,090 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for cuttings.
| 37. South Carolina | $44,420 |
| 38. Alabama | $43,830 |
| 39. Vermont | $43,560 |
| 40. North Carolina | $43,400 |
| 41. West Virginia | $43,070 |
| 42. Texas | $42,720 |
| 43. Delaware | $41,640 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cutting make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $20.87 ($43,400 a year).
Do cuttings make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $43,400 against $46,330 nationally, 6% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for cutting pay?
North Carolina ranks 40 of 49 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays cuttings the most?
Winston-Salem, NC, with a median of $48,520 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.