How much does a veterinary technologist and technician make in North Carolina?
$47,620a year
Median yearly pay for veterinary technologist and technicians in North Carolina. That is $22.89 an hour or $3,968 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.89
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,580
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,890Median: $47,620Highest 10%: $59,420
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,890 | $17.25 | |
| 25th | $38,520 | $18.52 | |
| Median | $47,620 | $22.89 | |
| 75th | $55,020 | $26.45 | |
| 90th | $59,420 | $28.57 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Durham, NC | $50,660 |
| Raleigh, NC | $50,240 |
| Greensboro, NC | $49,090 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $48,370 |
| Wilmington, NC | $47,620 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | $47,050 |
| Asheville, NC | $46,990 |
| Charlotte, NC | $46,310 |
| Hickory, NC | $45,070 |
| Fayetteville, NC | $44,700 |
| Burlington, NC | $42,640 |
| Greenville, NC | $40,580 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for veterinary technologist and technicians.
| 19. Hawaii | $48,550 |
| 20. Delaware | $48,370 |
| 21. Ohio | $47,990 |
| 22. North Carolina | $47,620 |
| 23. Maryland | $47,350 |
| 24. Wisconsin | $47,020 |
| 25. Alaska | $46,480 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a veterinary technologist and technician make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $22.89 ($47,620 a year).
Do veterinary technologist and technicians make more in North Carolina than the national average?
Yes: $47,620 against $47,380 nationally, 1% more.
Where does North Carolina rank for veterinary technologist and technician pay?
North Carolina ranks 22 of 51 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays veterinary technologist and technicians the most?
Durham-Chapel Hill, NC, with a median of $50,660 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.