How much does a sociology teacher make in North Carolina?
$76,430a year
Median yearly pay for sociology teachers in North Carolina. That is $36.75 an hour or $6,369 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.75
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among states
- 36 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 550
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,470Median: $76,430Highest 10%: $109,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,470 | $21.86 | |
| 25th | $57,100 | $27.45 | |
| Median | $76,430 | $36.75 | |
| 75th | $87,890 | $42.25 | |
| 90th | $109,900 | $52.81 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Wilmington, NC | $86,010 |
| Greensboro, NC | $82,110 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $80,040 |
| Raleigh, NC | $75,460 |
| Charlotte, NC | $66,890 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for sociology teachers.
| 33. New Mexico | $77,740 |
| 34. West Virginia | $77,380 |
| 35. Tennessee | $77,370 |
| 36. North Carolina | $76,430 |
| 37. Nebraska | $76,230 |
| 38. Maine | $76,010 |
| 39. Montana | $75,880 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sociology teacher make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $36.75 ($76,430 a year).
Do sociology teachers make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $76,430 against $84,290 nationally, 9% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for sociology teacher pay?
North Carolina ranks 36 of 46 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays sociology teachers the most?
Wilmington, NC, with a median of $86,010 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.