How much does a psychology teacher make in North Carolina?
$75,260a year
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers in North Carolina. That is $36.18 an hour or $6,272 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.18
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 41 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,820Median: $75,260Highest 10%: $109,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,820 | $23.95 | |
| 25th | $59,870 | $28.78 | |
| Median | $75,260 | $36.18 | |
| 75th | $92,960 | $44.69 | |
| 90th | $109,800 | $52.81 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Wilmington, NC | $105,400 |
| Greenville, NC | $86,110 |
| Raleigh, NC | $80,190 |
| Greensboro, NC | $78,950 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $78,770 |
| Charlotte, NC | $78,210 |
| Asheville, NC | $63,560 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychology teachers.
| 38. Tennessee | $76,010 |
| 39. Pennsylvania | $75,960 |
| 40. Alabama | $75,340 |
| 41. North Carolina | $75,260 |
| 42. South Carolina | $74,890 |
| 43. Kentucky | $74,520 |
| 44. West Virginia | $74,280 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychology teacher make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $36.18 ($75,260 a year).
Do psychology teachers make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $75,260 against $80,340 nationally, 6% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for psychology teacher pay?
North Carolina ranks 41 of 50 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays psychology teachers the most?
Wilmington, NC, with a median of $105,400 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.