How much does an economics teacher make in Raleigh?
$137,400a year
Median yearly pay for economics teachers in the Raleigh-Cary, NC metro area. That is $66.07 an hour or $11,450 a month.
- Hourly
- $66.07
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among cities
- 16 of 53
- Jobs in the area
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $108,600Median: $137,400Highest 10%: $222,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $108,600 | $52.23 | |
| 25th | $137,400 | $66.07 | |
| Median | $137,400 | $66.07 | |
| 75th | $179,800 | $86.44 | |
| 90th | $222,600 | $107.03 |
Other cities in North Carolina
Median yearly pay for economics teachers.
| Virginia Beach, VA | $129,500 |
| Charlotte, NC | $96,790 |
Related jobs in Raleigh
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Engineering Teacher | $137,300 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $106,400 |
| Physics Teacher | $105,600 |
| Social Sciences Teacher | $105,300 |
| Chemistry Teacher | $104,700 |
| Biological Science Teacher | $104,300 |
| Business Teacher | $103,800 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teacher | $102,600 |
| Art | $84,140 |
| Mathematical Science Teacher | $83,760 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an economics teacher make an hour in Raleigh?
The median hourly pay in the Raleigh-Cary, NC metro area is $66.07 ($137,400 a year).
Do economics teachers make more in Raleigh than the national average?
Yes: $137,400 against $123,900 nationally, 11% more.
How does Raleigh compare with the rest of North Carolina?
The median in North Carolina is $114,200, so Raleigh pays 20% more.
Where does Raleigh rank for economics teacher pay?
16 of 53 metro areas with data.
How much does an economics teacher make starting out in Raleigh?
The lowest-paid 10% make $108,600 or less a year; the top 10% make $222,600 or more.
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.