How much does a survey researcher make in North Carolina?
$96,560a year
Median yearly pay for survey researchers in North Carolina. That is $46.42 an hour or $8,047 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.42
- Vs. national median
- +39%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 31
- Jobs in the state
- 350
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $53,680Median: $96,560Highest 10%: $171,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $53,680 | $25.81 | |
| 25th | $66,110 | $31.78 | |
| Median | $96,560 | $46.42 | |
| 75th | $127,300 | $61.21 | |
| 90th | $171,300 | $82.34 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Charlotte, NC | $92,160 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for survey researchers.
| 1. Minnesota | $104,200 |
| 2. District of Columbia | $102,400 |
| 3. Michigan | $101,600 |
| 4. North Carolina | $96,560 |
| 5. New Jersey | $95,580 |
| 6. Wisconsin | $92,660 |
| 7. Colorado | $89,870 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a survey researcher make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $46.42 ($96,560 a year).
Do survey researchers make more in North Carolina than the national average?
Yes: $96,560 against $69,460 nationally, 39% more.
Where does North Carolina rank for survey researcher pay?
North Carolina ranks 4 of 31 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays survey researchers the most?
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC, with a median of $92,160 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.