Helpers--Electricians Salary in North Carolina
In North Carolina, helpers--electricians earn $38,270 at the median — $18.4 an hour. The range runs from $30K at the entry level to $47K 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 $38K get you in North Carolina?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, North Carolina
Entry-level helpers--electricians (10th percentile) start around $30K. Mid-career wages sit at $38K. Top earners bring in $47K or more, a $16K spread from bottom to top.
Helpers--Electricians salary by metro in North Carolina
14 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durham-Chapel Hill | $42K | +8% | 380 |
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia | $39K | +3% | 1,520 |
| Asheville | $39K | +2% | 310 |
| Raleigh-Cary | $39K | +1% | 1,230 |
| Greenville | $39K | +1% | 160 |
| Greensboro-High Point | $38K | +0% | 480 |
| Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton | $38K | -1% | 200 |
| Goldsboro | $37K | -2% | 40 |
| Fayetteville | $37K | -4% | 160 |
| Winston-Salem | $37K | -4% | 340 |
| Rocky Mount | $37K | -5% | 70 |
| Wilmington | $36K | -5% | 310 |
| Jacksonville | $36K | -5% | 50 |
| Burlington | $36K | -6% | 110 |
Showing 1–10 of 14 metros
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Frequently asked questions
How much do helpers--electricians make in North Carolina?
The median is $38,270 a year, that works out to about $18 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $30,160, and experienced helpers--electricians can clear $46,630. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $38K enough to live in North Carolina?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,589/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,284/month, which eats 49.6% 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 helpers--electricians 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 helpers--electricians salary is worth about $41,302 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do helpers--electricians 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.