Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $39,910 | $44,480 | -10% |
| Median hourly wage | $19.19 | $21.38 | -10% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $42,322.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Delivery Driver in North Carolina is $39,910, or about $19.19 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Delivery Drivers is $44,480. North Carolina is -10% below the national median.
Entry-level delivery drivers in North Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 31,810 delivery driver jobs on record and a median salary of $39,910, North Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.