Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $106,640 | $115,089 | -7% |
| Median hourly wage | $51.27 | $55.33 | -7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $113,086.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Construction Manager in North Carolina is $106,640, or about $51.27 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Construction Managers is $115,089. North Carolina is -7% below the national median.
Entry-level construction managers in North Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 16,310 construction manager jobs on record and a median salary of $106,640, North Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.