How much does a drilling and boring machine tool setter make in North Carolina?
$46,970a year
Median yearly pay for drilling and boring machine tool setters in North Carolina. That is $22.58 an hour or $3,914 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.58
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 31
- Jobs in the state
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,630Median: $46,970Highest 10%: $74,310
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,630 | $16.65 | |
| 25th | $40,230 | $19.34 | |
| Median | $46,970 | $22.58 | |
| 75th | $59,680 | $28.69 | |
| 90th | $74,310 | $35.73 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for drilling and boring machine tool setters.
| 18. Arizona | $48,140 |
| 19. New Jersey | $47,870 |
| 20. Minnesota | $47,010 |
| 21. North Carolina | $46,970 |
| 22. Arkansas | $46,730 |
| 23. Pennsylvania | $46,370 |
| 24. Georgia | $46,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a drilling and boring machine tool setter make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $22.58 ($46,970 a year).
Do drilling and boring machine tool setters make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $46,970 against $49,080 nationally, 4% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for drilling and boring machine tool setter pay?
North Carolina ranks 21 of 31 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.