Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $131,540 | $127,051 | +4% |
| Median hourly wage | $63.24 | $61.08 | +4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $139,491.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh | $125,853 | $78,750 | $168,000 | 101 |
| Charlotte | $122,257 | $76,500 | $163,200 | 100 |
The median annual salary for a Cybersecurity Analyst in North Carolina is $131,540, or about $63.24 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Cybersecurity Analysts is $127,051. North Carolina is +4% above the national median.
Entry-level cybersecurity analysts in North Carolina typically earn from $78,750 depending on the city and employer.
With 8,670 cybersecurity analyst jobs on record and a median salary of $131,540, North Carolina offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.