How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make in North Carolina?
$45,190a year
Median yearly pay for metal worker and plastic workers in North Carolina. That is $21.73 an hour or $3,766 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.73
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among states
- 28 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 470
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,030Median: $45,190Highest 10%: $59,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,030 | $17.80 | |
| 25th | $38,850 | $18.68 | |
| Median | $45,190 | $21.73 | |
| 75th | $50,710 | $24.38 | |
| 90th | $59,800 | $28.75 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Virginia Beach, VA | $51,690 |
| Greensboro, NC | $47,160 |
| Charlotte, NC | $42,950 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for metal worker and plastic workers.
| 25. Louisiana | $45,680 |
| 26. Texas | $45,560 |
| 27. Pennsylvania | $45,350 |
| 28. North Carolina | $45,190 |
| 29. Ohio | $45,180 |
| 30. Wisconsin | $45,100 |
| 31. Georgia | $42,030 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $21.73 ($45,190 a year).
Do metal worker and plastic workers make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $45,190 against $45,950 nationally, 2% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for metal worker and plastic worker pay?
North Carolina ranks 28 of 38 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays metal worker and plastic workers the most?
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC, with a median of $51,690 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.