North Carolina Median
$325,550
per year
Hourly Rate
$156.51
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+31% vs US median
US median $248,560
State Rank
#13 of 24
180 employed here
How much does a Neurologist make in North Carolina?
Neurologists in North Carolina take home a median of $325,550 annually — roughly $156.51 an hour — which runs 31% above the national median of $248,560.
Within North Carolina, entry-level pay starts around $91,930 while the top 10% make $379,310 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $228,200 and $367,160 a year.
Neurologist salary range in North Carolina
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $91,930 | $44.20 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $228,200 | $109.71 |
|
| 50th percentile (median) | $325,550 | $156.51 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $367,160 | $176.52 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $379,310 | $182.36 |
|
How North Carolina compares
North Carolina ranks 13th out of 24 states and territories for Neurologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Neurologist salary in other states
Vermont $434,730Arizona $409,610Minnesota $381,670Texas $360,640California $357,080Colorado $356,250Alaska $354,760South Carolina $352,680Wisconsin $342,520Kentucky $338,850District of Columbia $332,000Washington $327,140Florida $322,750Connecticut $320,680Arkansas $317,880Maryland $302,840Nebraska $269,270Illinois $237,080Tennessee $229,670New Jersey $222,120Indiana $220,210New York $155,990West Virginia $63,500
Working as a Neurologist in North Carolina
Nationally, about 11,000 people work as Neurologists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare North Carolina pay ($325,550) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Neurologist make in North Carolina?
The median Neurologist salary in North Carolina is $325,550 per year, or about $156.51 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $91,930 at the entry level to $379,310 for the top 10% of earners.
How does North Carolina pay compare to the national average?
North Carolina pays Neurologists about 31% more than the national median of $248,560. North Carolina ranks 13th out of 24 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is North Carolina a good state for Neurologists?
Yes on pay — North Carolina pays above the national median for this occupation, at $325,550 a year. About 180 Neurologists are employed in North Carolina. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in North Carolina?
The highest-paying occupations in North Carolina include Surgeon, All Other ($398,410), Dermatologist ($367,350), Emergency Medicine Physician ($339,350), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.