How much does an insulation worker make in North Carolina?
$42,990a year
Median yearly pay for insulation workers in North Carolina. That is $20.67 an hour or $3,583 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.67
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 44 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 2,090
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,110Median: $42,990Highest 10%: $60,080
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,110 | $14.96 | |
| 25th | $36,380 | $17.49 | |
| Median | $42,990 | $20.67 | |
| 75th | $47,990 | $23.07 | |
| 90th | $60,080 | $28.88 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Greensboro, NC | $46,500 |
| Raleigh, NC | $46,030 |
| Charlotte, NC | $44,520 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $43,730 |
| Wilmington, NC | $37,720 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | $37,440 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for insulation workers.
| 41. South Dakota | $45,820 |
| 42. Virginia | $44,810 |
| 43. Arkansas | $43,730 |
| 44. North Carolina | $42,990 |
| 45. Arizona | $42,210 |
| 46. Idaho | $41,550 |
| 47. Utah | $40,080 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an insulation worker make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $20.67 ($42,990 a year).
Do insulation workers make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $42,990 against $49,120 nationally, 12% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for insulation worker pay?
North Carolina ranks 44 of 48 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays insulation workers the most?
Greensboro-High Point, NC, with a median of $46,500 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.