Salaries in Wilmington, NC metro area
Typical pay for 413 jobs in the Wilmington, NC metro area. The median for all workers is $45,800 a year ($22.02 an hour). Click a job for its full pay range.
Median pay, all jobs
$45,800
Median hourly
$22.02
Workers
191,280
vs U.S. median
-10%
Highest paying jobs in Wilmington, NC
| Job | Median salary | Workers |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Executive | $298,730 | 30 |
| Physicians, All Other | $252,960 | 450 |
| Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric | $239,200+ | 90 |
| Surgeons, All Other | $239,200+ | n/a |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $218,830 | 150 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $207,000 | n/a |
| Business Teachers, Postsecondary | $187,380 | 170 |
| Dentists, General | $185,720 | 220 |
| Commercial Pilot | $172,320 | 40 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $169,810 | 190 |
| Natural Sciences Manager | $166,910 | 330 |
| Optometrist | $163,800 | 120 |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $160,980 | 420 |
| Marketing Manager | $153,860 | 170 |
| Financial Manager | $152,150 | 510 |
Most common jobs in Wilmington, NC
| Job | Workers | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Retail Salesperson | 6,310 | $30,790 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 5,100 | $27,460 |
| Registered Nurse | 5,040 | $80,970 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 4,920 | $30,610 |
| Cashier | 4,860 | $28,520 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | 3,880 | $27,500 |
| Cooks, Restaurant | 3,440 | $34,940 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 3,430 | $35,300 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | 3,310 | $37,160 |
| Customer Service Representative | 2,850 | $38,100 |
| Office Clerks, General | 2,720 | $39,380 |
| Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants | 2,700 | $40,040 |
| General and Operations Managers | 2,690 | $90,270 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 2,650 | $31,540 |
| Nursing Assistant | 2,390 | $37,710 |
Compare with statewide pay: salaries in North Carolina.
All 413 jobs by category
Management Occupations (27)Business and Financial Operations Occupations (24)Computer and Mathematical Occupations (13)Architecture and Engineering Occupations (18)Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations (15)Community and Social Service Occupations (13)Legal Occupations (2)Educational Instruction and Library Occupations (36)Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations (14)Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations (40)Healthcare Support Occupations (14)Protective Service Occupations (14)Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations (15)Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations (7)Personal Care and Service Occupations (14)Sales and Related Occupations (15)Office and Administrative Support Occupations (36)Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations (1)Construction and Extraction Occupations (24)Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations (25)Production Occupations (27)Transportation and Material Moving Occupations (19)
Management Occupations
Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Computer and Mathematical Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Network Architect | $114,230 | $54.92 | 130 |
| Computer Network Support Specialist | $64,400 | $30.96 | n/a |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $96,350 | $46.32 | 310 |
| Computer Programmer | $79,530 | $38.23 | 70 |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $93,830 | $45.11 | 290 |
| Computer User Support Specialist | $61,240 | $29.44 | 690 |
| Data Scientist | $93,090 | $44.76 | 160 |
| Database Architect | $131,470 | $63.21 | 50 |
| Information Security Analyst | $145,170 | $69.79 | 230 |
| Network and Computer Systems Administrators | $99,060 | $47.62 | 430 |
| Software Developer | $123,730 | $59.49 | 880 |
| Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers | $86,200 | $41.44 | 190 |
| Web Developer | $91,480 | $43.98 | n/a |
Architecture and Engineering Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architects, Except Landscape and Naval | $93,720 | $45.06 | 80 |
| Architectural and Civil Drafters | $66,660 | $32.05 | 120 |
| Cartographers and Photogrammetrists | $66,440 | $31.94 | 30 |
| Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $61,590 | $29.61 | 90 |
| Civil Engineer | $94,450 | $45.41 | 460 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $68,790 | $33.07 | 80 |
| Electrical Engineer | $105,130 | $50.54 | 350 |
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | $92,650 | $44.54 | 40 |
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | $78,870 | $37.92 | 30 |
| Engineers, All Other | $115,210 | $55.39 | n/a |
| Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $78,740 | $37.86 | 120 |
| Industrial Engineer | $99,540 | $47.86 | 360 |
| Landscape Architect | $87,440 | $42.04 | 50 |
| Mechanical Drafter | $50,150 | $24.11 | n/a |
| Mechanical Engineer | $101,100 | $48.61 | 190 |
| Nuclear Engineer | $129,710 | $62.36 | 80 |
| Surveying and Mapping Technicians | $50,670 | $24.36 | 210 |
| Surveyor | $72,160 | $34.69 | 120 |
Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $97,310 | $46.78 | 130 |
| Biological Technician | $62,960 | $30.27 | 70 |
| Chemical Technician | $61,200 | $29.42 | 100 |
| Chemist | $78,130 | $37.56 | 400 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $76,700 | $36.88 | 70 |
| Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health | $46,830 | $22.51 | 70 |
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $65,360 | $31.42 | 260 |
| Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers | $102,990 | $49.51 | 40 |
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other | $63,520 | $30.54 | 40 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $99,070 | $47.63 | 360 |
| Microbiologist | $80,470 | $38.69 | n/a |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | $85,230 | $40.97 | 150 |
| School Psychologist | $65,750 | $31.61 | 80 |
| Social Science Research Assistant | $46,480 | $22.35 | 30 |
| Urban and Regional Planners | $68,050 | $32.72 | 110 |
Community and Social Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child, Family, and School Social Workers | $62,710 | $30.15 | 530 |
| Clergy | $57,190 | $27.50 | 40 |
| Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other | $54,620 | $26.26 | 100 |
| Community Health Worker | $42,510 | $20.44 | 60 |
| Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors | $55,890 | $26.87 | 370 |
| Health Education Specialist | $56,350 | $27.09 | 70 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $61,290 | $29.46 | 160 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $54,990 | $26.44 | 200 |
| Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists | $59,480 | $28.60 | 180 |
| Rehabilitation Counselor | $45,660 | $21.95 | 110 |
| Social and Human Service Assistants | $48,280 | $23.21 | 440 |
| Social Workers, All Other | $91,080 | $43.79 | 40 |
| Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors | $48,970 | $23.55 | 480 |
Legal Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $109,620 | $52.70 | 480 |
| Paralegals and Legal Assistants | $56,060 | $26.95 | 580 |
Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art Director | $84,730 | $40.74 | 40 |
| Audio and Video Technicians | $43,880 | $21.09 | 80 |
| Broadcast Technician | $41,000 | $19.71 | 40 |
| Coaches and Scouts | $43,960 | — | 300 |
| Floral Designer | $39,740 | $19.11 | 50 |
| Graphic Designer | $54,720 | $26.31 | 260 |
| Interior Designer | $47,750 | $22.96 | 140 |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $37,310 | $17.94 | 280 |
| News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists | $39,800 | $19.14 | 60 |
| Photographer | $37,690 | $18.12 | 80 |
| Producers and Directors | $61,120 | $29.39 | 130 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $63,620 | $30.59 | 340 |
| Technical Writer | $93,750 | $45.07 | 70 |
| Writers and Authors | $47,940 | $23.05 | 180 |
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Healthcare Support Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Assistant | $51,110 | $24.57 | 600 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $44,520 | $21.41 | 60 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $31,540 | $15.16 | 2,650 |
| Massage Therapist | $81,390 | $39.13 | 120 |
| Medical Assistant | $42,000 | $20.19 | 1,150 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $40,580 | $19.51 | 130 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $49,590 | $23.84 | 30 |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,710 | $18.13 | 2,390 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $63,440 | $30.50 | 80 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $37,040 | $17.81 | 40 |
| Phlebotomist | $39,150 | $18.82 | 170 |
| Physical Therapist Aide | $31,510 | $15.15 | 80 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $75,820 | $36.45 | 220 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $36,860 | $17.72 | 510 |
Protective Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Correctional Officers and Jailers | $48,810 | $23.47 | 300 |
| Crossing Guards and Flaggers | $33,470 | $16.09 | 160 |
| Detectives and Criminal Investigators | $62,580 | $30.09 | 210 |
| Fire Inspectors and Investigators | $45,100 | $21.68 | 80 |
| Firefighter | $35,580 | $17.10 | 780 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers | $68,440 | $32.90 | 30 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers | $61,390 | $29.51 | 330 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives | $94,670 | $45.51 | 150 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | $68,940 | $33.15 | 90 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $27,070 | $13.01 | 260 |
| Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers | $53,520 | $25.73 | 1,210 |
| Protective Service Workers, All Other | $45,010 | $21.64 | 30 |
| Security Guard | $36,960 | $17.77 | 960 |
| Transportation Security Screener | $63,130 | $30.35 | 60 |
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bartender | $37,890 | $18.22 | 1,460 |
| Chefs and Head Cooks | $58,120 | $27.94 | 270 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $27,500 | $13.22 | 3,880 |
| Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria | $36,050 | $17.33 | 360 |
| Cooks, Restaurant | $34,940 | $16.80 | 3,440 |
| Cooks, Short Order | $29,620 | $14.24 | 150 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $27,320 | $13.14 | 650 |
| Dishwasher | $29,870 | $14.36 | 770 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $27,460 | $13.20 | 5,100 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers | $44,360 | $21.33 | 2,210 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers, All Other | $30,350 | $14.59 | 280 |
| Food Preparation Worker | $31,830 | $15.30 | 1,380 |
| Food Servers, Nonrestaurant | $34,810 | $16.74 | 410 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $28,250 | $13.58 | 1,070 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $30,610 | $14.72 | 4,920 |
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers | $44,650 | $21.46 | 280 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers | $56,600 | $27.21 | 240 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | $35,080 | $16.87 | 1,890 |
| Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers | $36,670 | $17.63 | 2,190 |
| Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | $30,300 | $14.57 | 1,520 |
| Pest Control Worker | $37,920 | $18.23 | 360 |
| Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation | $47,480 | $22.83 | 30 |
Personal Care and Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $21,830 | $10.50 | 1,110 |
| Animal Caretaker | $29,520 | $14.19 | 610 |
| Animal Trainer | $37,080 | $17.83 | 50 |
| Childcare Worker | $29,040 | $13.96 | 480 |
| Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors | $46,450 | $22.33 | 550 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services | $48,990 | $23.56 | 140 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers | $45,410 | $21.83 | 180 |
| Funeral Attendant | $28,650 | $13.78 | 40 |
| Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists | $37,230 | $17.90 | 500 |
| Recreation Worker | $36,730 | $17.66 | 290 |
| Residential Advisor | $37,700 | $18.13 | 90 |
| Skincare Specialist | $38,320 | $18.42 | 120 |
| Tour and Travel Guides | $32,600 | $15.67 | 120 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $29,520 | $14.19 | 110 |
Sales and Related Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cashier | $28,520 | $13.71 | 4,860 |
| Counter and Rental Clerks | $37,900 | $18.22 | 940 |
| Demonstrators and Product Promoters | $36,450 | $17.53 | 40 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers | $76,700 | $36.87 | 370 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers | $48,270 | $23.21 | 1,950 |
| Insurance Sales Agent | $59,880 | $28.79 | 660 |
| Parts Salesperson | $35,390 | $17.01 | 400 |
| Real Estate Broker | $57,850 | $27.81 | 40 |
| Real Estate Sales Agent | $42,260 | $20.32 | 580 |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,790 | $14.80 | 6,310 |
| Sales Engineer | $114,170 | $54.89 | 60 |
| Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel | $64,520 | $31.02 | 1,730 |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products | $63,510 | $30.54 | 1,670 |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products | $118,980 | $57.20 | 210 |
| Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents | $58,000 | $27.88 | 640 |
Office and Administrative Support Occupations
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse | $31,870 | $15.32 | 110 |
Construction and Extraction Occupations
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Production Occupations
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants | $34,930 | $16.79 | 160 |
| Bus Drivers, School | $36,490 | $17.54 | 140 |
| Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels | $63,190 | $30.38 | 150 |
| Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment | $31,950 | $15.36 | 570 |
| Commercial Pilot | $172,320 | — | 40 |
| Crane and Tower Operators | $68,670 | $33.02 | 60 |
| Driver/Sales Worker | $33,130 | $15.93 | 800 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors | $59,660 | $28.69 | 890 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $48,850 | $23.49 | 1,840 |
| Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators | $42,210 | $20.29 | 350 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | $37,160 | $17.87 | 3,310 |
| Light Truck Driver | $39,070 | $18.79 | 1,170 |
| Motor Vehicle Operators, All Other | $29,070 | $13.98 | 70 |
| Packers and Packagers, Hand | $30,460 | $14.65 | 310 |
| Parking Attendant | $30,940 | $14.88 | 120 |
| Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors | $45,270 | $21.76 | 260 |
| Sailors and Marine Oilers | $46,910 | $22.55 | 60 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $31,270 | $15.03 | 220 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | $35,300 | $16.97 | 3,430 |