How much does a protective service worker make in North Carolina?
$43,740a year
Median yearly pay for protective service workers in North Carolina. That is $21.03 an hour or $3,645 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.03
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 35 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 790
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,800Median: $43,740Highest 10%: $72,170
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,800 | $17.21 | |
| 25th | $40,330 | $19.39 | |
| Median | $43,740 | $21.03 | |
| 75th | $55,330 | $26.60 | |
| 90th | $72,170 | $34.70 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Durham, NC | $57,790 |
| Asheville, NC | $48,030 |
| Raleigh, NC | $47,540 |
| Wilmington, NC | $45,010 |
| Charlotte, NC | $43,970 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $34,940 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for protective service workers.
| 32. Florida | $44,310 |
| 33. South Carolina | $44,130 |
| 34. Tennessee | $44,100 |
| 35. North Carolina | $43,740 |
| 36. West Virginia | $43,700 |
| 37. South Dakota | $42,260 |
| 38. Washington | $42,170 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a protective service worker make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $21.03 ($43,740 a year).
Do protective service workers make more in North Carolina than the national average?
Yes: $43,740 against $42,540 nationally, 3% more.
Where does North Carolina rank for protective service worker pay?
North Carolina ranks 35 of 51 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays protective service workers the most?
Durham-Chapel Hill, NC, with a median of $57,790 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.