Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $150,470 | $146,653 | +3% |
| Median hourly wage | $72.34 | $70.51 | +3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $159,565.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh | $141,918 | $78,750 | $183,750 | 101 |
| Charlotte | $137,863 | $76,500 | $178,500 | 100 |
The median annual salary for a Sales Manager in North Carolina is $150,470, or about $72.34 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Sales Managers is $146,653. North Carolina is +3% above the national median.
Entry-level sales managers in North Carolina typically earn from $78,750 depending on the city and employer.
With 16,920 sales manager jobs on record and a median salary of $150,470, North Carolina offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.