How much does a desktop publisher make in North Carolina?
$43,700a year
Median yearly pay for desktop publishers in North Carolina. That is $21.01 an hour or $3,642 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.01
- Vs. national median
- -21%
- Rank among states
- 25 of 27
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,130Median: $43,700Highest 10%: $84,630
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,130 | $18.33 | |
| 25th | $39,450 | $18.97 | |
| Median | $43,700 | $21.01 | |
| 75th | $51,490 | $24.75 | |
| 90th | $84,630 | $40.69 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for desktop publishers.
| 22. Kentucky | $45,760 |
| 23. Michigan | $45,300 |
| 24. Tennessee | $44,440 |
| 25. North Carolina | $43,700 |
| 26. Georgia | $39,460 |
| 27. Nebraska | $36,280 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a desktop publisher make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $21.01 ($43,700 a year).
Do desktop publishers make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $43,700 against $55,290 nationally, 21% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for desktop publisher pay?
North Carolina ranks 25 of 27 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.