How much does a taxi driver make in North Carolina?
$36,950a year
Median yearly pay for taxi drivers in North Carolina. That is $17.76 an hour or $3,079 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.76
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 24
- Jobs in the state
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,410Median: $36,950Highest 10%: $43,390
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,410 | $15.10 | |
| 25th | $35,690 | $17.16 | |
| Median | $36,950 | $17.76 | |
| 75th | $41,600 | $20.00 | |
| 90th | $43,390 | $20.86 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for taxi drivers.
| 7. Missouri | $37,560 |
| 8. Oregon | $37,120 |
| 9. Maine | $36,960 |
| 10. North Carolina | $36,950 |
| 11. Maryland | $36,900 |
| 12. Illinois | $36,770 |
| 13. Michigan | $36,670 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a taxi driver make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $17.76 ($36,950 a year).
Do taxi drivers make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $36,950 against $42,100 nationally, 12% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for taxi driver pay?
North Carolina ranks 10 of 24 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.