How much does a farmworker make in North Carolina?
$38,750a year
Median yearly pay for farmworkers in North Carolina. That is $18.63 an hour or $3,229 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.63
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 910
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,050Median: $38,750Highest 10%: $54,960
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,050 | $13.97 | |
| 25th | $32,610 | $15.68 | |
| Median | $38,750 | $18.63 | |
| 75th | $46,550 | $22.38 | |
| 90th | $54,960 | $26.42 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Virginia Beach, VA | $47,430 |
| Greensboro, NC | $46,130 |
| Raleigh, NC | $41,360 |
| Charlotte, NC | $37,860 |
| Hickory, NC | $32,670 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for farmworkers.
| 12. New Hampshire | $39,520 |
| 13. New Jersey | $38,960 |
| 14. Wyoming | $38,920 |
| 15. North Carolina | $38,750 |
| 16. Virginia | $38,670 |
| 17. California | $38,640 |
| 18. Massachusetts | $38,280 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a farmworker make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $18.63 ($38,750 a year).
Do farmworkers make more in North Carolina than the national average?
Yes: $38,750 against $36,670 nationally, 6% more.
Where does North Carolina rank for farmworker pay?
North Carolina ranks 15 of 49 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays farmworkers the most?
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC, with a median of $47,430 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.