How much does a transportation worker make in North Carolina?
$43,660a year
Median yearly pay for transportation workers in North Carolina. That is $20.99 an hour or $3,638 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.99
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 420
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,600Median: $43,660Highest 10%: $80,570
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,600 | $19.04 | |
| 25th | $41,600 | $20.00 | |
| Median | $43,660 | $20.99 | |
| 75th | $59,010 | $28.37 | |
| 90th | $80,570 | $38.74 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Virginia Beach, VA | $52,400 |
| Charlotte, NC | $43,660 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for transportation workers.
| 15. Tennessee | $46,280 |
| 16. Minnesota | $45,200 |
| 17. Georgia | $44,070 |
| 18. North Carolina | $43,660 |
| 19. Louisiana | $43,440 |
| 20. Wisconsin | $43,180 |
| 21. Missouri | $42,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a transportation worker make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $20.99 ($43,660 a year).
Do transportation workers make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $43,660 against $45,650 nationally, 4% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for transportation worker pay?
North Carolina ranks 18 of 36 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays transportation workers the most?
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC, with a median of $52,400 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.