Broadcast Technicians Salary in North Carolina
In North Carolina, broadcast technicians earn $45,430 at the median, or about $21.84 an hour. The range runs from $30K at the entry level to $84K 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 $45K get you in North Carolina?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, North Carolina
Entry-level broadcast technicians (10th percentile) start around $30K. Mid-career wages sit at $45K. Top earners bring in $84K or more, a $54K spread from bottom to top.
Broadcast Technicians salary by metro in North Carolina
6 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winston-Salem | $49K | +7% | 40 |
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia | $46K | +0% | 280 |
| Raleigh-Cary | $45K | +0% | 90 |
| Asheville | $42K | -8% | 30 |
| Greensboro-High Point | $39K | -15% | 30 |
| Wilmington | $39K | -15% | 40 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do broadcast technicians make in North Carolina?
The median is $45,430 a year, that works out to about $22 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $29,900, and experienced broadcast technicians can clear $83,580. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $45K enough to live in North Carolina?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,041/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,284/month, which eats 42.2% 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 broadcast technicians 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 broadcast technicians salary is worth about $49,029 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do broadcast technicians 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.