How much does an electric motor make in North Carolina?
$46,320a year
Median yearly pay for electric motors in North Carolina. That is $22.27 an hour or $3,860 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.27
- Vs. national median
- -18%
- Rank among states
- 37 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 750
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,190Median: $46,320Highest 10%: $60,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,190 | $16.44 | |
| 25th | $37,350 | $17.96 | |
| Median | $46,320 | $22.27 | |
| 75th | $54,330 | $26.12 | |
| 90th | $60,200 | $28.94 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Virginia Beach, VA | $63,690 |
| Charlotte, NC | $46,690 |
| Raleigh, NC | $45,370 |
| Greensboro, NC | $45,310 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for electric motors.
| 34. Iowa | $47,180 |
| 35. Missouri | $47,120 |
| 36. Indiana | $46,520 |
| 37. North Carolina | $46,320 |
| 38. Florida | $46,200 |
| 39. Delaware | $44,290 |
| 40. Georgia | $43,610 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an electric motor make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $22.27 ($46,320 a year).
Do electric motors make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $46,320 against $56,210 nationally, 18% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for electric motor pay?
North Carolina ranks 37 of 43 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays electric motors the most?
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC, with a median of $63,690 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.