How much does a taper make in North Carolina?
$45,770a year
Median yearly pay for tapers in North Carolina. That is $22.00 an hour or $3,814 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.00
- Vs. national median
- -33%
- Rank among states
- 24 of 27
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,750Median: $45,770Highest 10%: $46,040
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,750 | $16.71 | |
| 25th | $37,700 | $18.13 | |
| Median | $45,770 | $22.00 | |
| 75th | $45,770 | $22.00 | |
| 90th | $46,040 | $22.13 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for tapers.
| 21. Utah | $52,930 |
| 22. Florida | $49,400 |
| 23. New Mexico | $48,320 |
| 24. North Carolina | $45,770 |
| 25. Texas | $43,670 |
| 26. Indiana | $42,810 |
| 27. West Virginia | $41,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a taper make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $22.00 ($45,770 a year).
Do tapers make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $45,770 against $68,270 nationally, 33% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for taper pay?
North Carolina ranks 24 of 27 states.
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.