Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $57,650 | $74,587 | -23% |
| Median hourly wage | $27.72 | $35.86 | -23% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $61,135.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a High School Teacher in North Carolina is $57,650, or about $27.72 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for High School Teachers is $74,587. North Carolina is -23% below the national median.
Entry-level high school teachers in North Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 28,620 high school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $57,650, North Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.