How much does an explosives worker make in North Carolina?
$85,630a year
Median yearly pay for explosives workers in North Carolina. That is $41.17 an hour or $7,136 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.17
- Vs. national median
- +39%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 32
- Jobs in the state
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,950Median: $85,630Highest 10%: $104,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,950 | $29.30 | |
| 25th | $78,310 | $37.65 | |
| Median | $85,630 | $41.17 | |
| 75th | $95,420 | $45.88 | |
| 90th | $104,300 | $50.13 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Charlotte, NC | $86,900 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for explosives workers.
| 1. New Jersey | $100,500 |
| 2. New York | $96,940 |
| 3. North Carolina | $85,630 |
| 4. Wyoming | $85,070 |
| 5. Pennsylvania | $84,400 |
| 6. California | $80,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an explosives worker make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $41.17 ($85,630 a year).
Do explosives workers make more in North Carolina than the national average?
Yes: $85,630 against $61,390 nationally, 39% more.
Where does North Carolina rank for explosives worker pay?
North Carolina ranks 3 of 32 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays explosives workers the most?
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC, with a median of $86,900 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.