Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $165,480 | $163,773 | +1% |
| Median hourly wage | $79.56 | $78.74 | +1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $175,483.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh | $166,194 | $78,750 | $183,750 | 101 |
| Charlotte | $161,446 | $76,500 | $178,500 | 100 |
The median annual salary for a Marketing Manager in North Carolina is $165,480, or about $79.56 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Marketing Managers is $163,773. North Carolina is +1% above the national median.
Entry-level marketing managers in North Carolina typically earn from $78,750 depending on the city and employer.
With 10,790 marketing manager jobs on record and a median salary of $165,480, North Carolina offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.