How much does a pump operator make in North Carolina?
$45,890a year
Median yearly pay for pump operators in North Carolina. That is $22.06 an hour or $3,824 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.06
- Vs. national median
- -26%
- Rank among states
- 36 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,700Median: $45,890Highest 10%: $59,760
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,700 | $18.13 | |
| 25th | $40,390 | $19.42 | |
| Median | $45,890 | $22.06 | |
| 75th | $47,220 | $22.70 | |
| 90th | $59,760 | $28.73 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Virginia Beach, VA | $66,920 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pump operators.
| 33. Colorado | $46,680 |
| 34. Kentucky | $46,600 |
| 35. Nebraska | $46,170 |
| 36. North Carolina | $45,890 |
| 37. Missouri | $44,650 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pump operator make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $22.06 ($45,890 a year).
Do pump operators make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $45,890 against $61,770 nationally, 26% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for pump operator pay?
North Carolina ranks 36 of 37 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays pump operators the most?
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC, with a median of $66,920 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.