Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Salary in North Carolina (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons in North Carolina, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
North Carolina Median
$224,040
per year
Hourly Rate
$107.71
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-36% vs US median
US median $352,220
State Rank
#9 of 12
state estimate

How much do Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons make in North Carolina?

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons working in North Carolina earn a median salary of $224,040 per year, or about $107.71 per hour. That is 36% below the national median of $352,220 for this occupation.

Within North Carolina, entry-level pay starts around $176,110 while the top 10% make $544,140 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $206,760 and $497,840 a year.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons salary range in North Carolina

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$176,110$84.67
25th percentile (early career)$206,760$99.40
50th percentile (median)$224,040$107.71
75th percentile (experienced)$497,840$239.35
90th percentile (top earners)$544,140$261.61

How North Carolina compares

North Carolina ranks 9th out of 12 states and territories for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Pennsylvania$553,740
2Minnesota$475,250
3Rhode Island$414,060
4Virginia$403,430
5Colorado$360,820

Working as Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons in North Carolina

Nationally, about 5,000 people work as Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons 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 ($224,040) 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 do Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons make in North Carolina?
The median Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons salary in North Carolina is $224,040 per year, or about $107.71 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $176,110 at the entry level to $544,140 for the top 10% of earners.
How does North Carolina pay compare to the national average?
North Carolina pays Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons about 36% less than the national median of $352,220. North Carolina ranks 9th out of 12 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is North Carolina a good state for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $224,040 a year. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
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.