How much does an economist make in North Carolina?
$136,200a year
Median yearly pay for economists in North Carolina. That is $65.46 an hour or $11,350 a month.
- Hourly
- $65.46
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 290
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,460Median: $136,200Highest 10%: $224,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,460 | $17.05 | |
| 25th | $79,790 | $38.36 | |
| Median | $136,200 | $65.46 | |
| 75th | $172,900 | $83.11 | |
| 90th | $224,300 | $107.82 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Durham, NC | $152,100 |
| Charlotte, NC | $117,600 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $103,600 |
| Raleigh, NC | $96,030 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for economists.
| 5. Kansas | $138,800 |
| 6. Virginia | $137,600 |
| 7. New York | $136,700 |
| 8. North Carolina | $136,200 |
| 9. Idaho | $131,300 |
| 10. Alabama | $130,000 |
| 11. Georgia | $122,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an economist make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $65.46 ($136,200 a year).
Do economists make more in North Carolina than the national average?
Yes: $136,200 against $124,700 nationally, 9% more.
Where does North Carolina rank for economist pay?
North Carolina ranks 8 of 40 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays economists the most?
Durham-Chapel Hill, NC, with a median of $152,100 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.