How much does a roofer make in North Carolina?
$49,010a year
Median yearly pay for roofers in North Carolina. That is $23.56 an hour or $4,084 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.56
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 30 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,060
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,760Median: $49,010Highest 10%: $60,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,760 | $17.67 | |
| 25th | $44,960 | $21.62 | |
| Median | $49,010 | $23.56 | |
| 75th | $56,530 | $27.18 | |
| 90th | $60,600 | $29.13 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Raleigh, NC | $50,720 |
| Asheville, NC | $49,680 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | $49,280 |
| Greensboro, NC | $49,110 |
| Wilmington, NC | $48,740 |
| Charlotte, NC | $48,410 |
| Greenville, NC | $47,830 |
| Jacksonville, NC | $47,530 |
| Hickory, NC | $46,810 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $46,480 |
| Rocky Mount, NC | $40,100 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for roofers.
| 27. Nevada | $51,090 |
| 28. Maine | $50,120 |
| 29. Ohio | $49,390 |
| 30. North Carolina | $49,010 |
| 31. Louisiana | $48,760 |
| 32. Utah | $48,680 |
| 33. Iowa | $48,660 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a roofer make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $23.56 ($49,010 a year).
Do roofers make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $49,010 against $55,440 nationally, 12% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for roofer pay?
North Carolina ranks 30 of 51 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays roofers the most?
Raleigh-Cary, NC, with a median of $50,720 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.