Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $52,010 | $71,125 | -27% |
| Median hourly wage | $25.00 | $34.19 | -27% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $55,154.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Middle School Teacher in North Carolina is $52,010, or about $25.00 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Middle School Teachers is $71,125. North Carolina is -27% below the national median.
Entry-level middle school teachers in North Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 20,650 middle school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $52,010, North Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.