Bakers Salary in North Carolina
In North Carolina, bakers earn $34,430 at the median — $16.55 an hour. The range runs from $23K at the entry level to $46K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across North Carolina. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $34K get you in North Carolina?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, North Carolina
Entry-level bakers (10th percentile) start around $23K. Mid-career wages sit at $34K. Top earners bring in $46K or more, a $23K spread from bottom to top.
Bakers salary by metro in North Carolina
14 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington | $36K | +6% | 150 |
| Durham-Chapel Hill | $36K | +5% | 350 |
| Raleigh-Cary | $36K | +4% | 1,190 |
| Asheville | $35K | +3% | 500 |
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia | $35K | +2% | 2,420 |
| Wilmington | $34K | -0% | 290 |
| Goldsboro | $33K | -3% | 60 |
| Winston-Salem | $32K | -7% | 380 |
| Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton | $32K | -7% | 200 |
| Fayetteville | $31K | -10% | 170 |
| Pinehurst-Southern Pines | $31K | -10% | 60 |
| Greensboro-High Point | $31K | -11% | 500 |
| Jacksonville | $30K | -13% | 90 |
| Greenville | $29K | -16% | 110 |
Showing 1–10 of 14 metros
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Frequently asked questions
How much do bakers make in North Carolina?
The median is $34,430 a year, that works out to about $17 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $23,490, and experienced bakers can clear $46,170. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $34K enough to live in North Carolina?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,346/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,284/month, which eats 54.7% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a bakers salary go in North Carolina?
North Carolina has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median bakers salary is worth about $37,157 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do bakers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.