How much does a psychiatrist make in North Carolina?
$168,900a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatrists in North Carolina. That is $81.19 an hour or $14,070 a month.
- Hourly
- $81.19
- Vs. national median
- -40%
- Rank among states
- 42 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 620
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $101,100Median: $168,900Highest 10%: $297,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $101,100 | $48.60 | |
| 25th | $133,200 | $64.06 | |
| Median | $168,900 | $81.19 | |
| 75th | $266,900 | $128.29 | |
| 90th | $297,300 | $142.91 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Virginia Beach, VA | $277,000 |
| Durham, NC | $170,600 |
| Charlotte, NC | $169,900 |
| Raleigh, NC | $168,900 |
| Asheville, NC | $164,500 |
| Fayetteville, NC | $155,300 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychiatrists.
| 39. Nevada | $210,000 |
| 40. New Jersey | $194,100 |
| 41. District of Columbia | $183,100 |
| 42. North Carolina | $168,900 |
| 43. Nebraska | $135,200 |
| 44. Arkansas | $124,800 |
| 45. Idaho | $75,470 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatrist make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $81.19 ($168,900 a year).
Do psychiatrists make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $168,900 against $281,900 nationally, 40% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for psychiatrist pay?
North Carolina ranks 42 of 46 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays psychiatrists the most?
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC, with a median of $277,000 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.