Training and Development Managers Salary in North Carolina (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Training and Development Managers in North Carolina, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
North Carolina Median
$126,200
per year
Hourly Rate
$60.67
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-5% vs US median
US median $133,000
State Rank
#19 of 48
2,020 employed here

How much do Training and Development Managers make in North Carolina?

Training and Development Managers in North Carolina take home a median of $126,200 annually — roughly $60.67 an hour — which runs 5% below the national median of $133,000.

Within North Carolina, entry-level pay starts around $78,210 while the top 10% make $211,340 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $96,190 and $164,350 a year.

Training and Development Managers salary range in North Carolina

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$78,210$37.60
25th percentile (early career)$96,190$46.25
50th percentile (median)$126,200$60.67
75th percentile (experienced)$164,350$79.01
90th percentile (top earners)$211,340$101.61

How North Carolina compares

North Carolina ranks 19th out of 48 states and territories for Training and Development Managers pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Delaware$172,340
2New York$171,400
3Washington$163,360
4New Jersey$160,540
5California$156,260

Working as Training and Development Managers in North Carolina

Nationally, about 48,000 people work as Training and Development Managers 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 ($126,200) 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 Training and Development Managers make in North Carolina?
The median Training and Development Managers salary in North Carolina is $126,200 per year, or about $60.67 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $78,210 at the entry level to $211,340 for the top 10% of earners.
How does North Carolina pay compare to the national average?
North Carolina pays Training and Development Managers about 5% less than the national median of $133,000. North Carolina ranks 19th out of 48 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is North Carolina a good state for Training and Development Managers?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $126,200 a year. About 2,020 Training and Development Managers are employed in North Carolina. 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.