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Helpers--Carpenters average salary by city in North Carolina
- Charlotte$42,720
- Winston-Salem$41,950
- Wilmington$40,320
- Raleigh$39,130
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte | $42,720 | $43,760 | $37,570 | $35,310 | 97 |
| Winston-Salem | $41,950 | $42,400 | $41,600 | $34,722 | 92 |
| Wilmington | $40,320 | $40,650 | $39,740 | $33,477 | 96 |
| Raleigh | $39,130 | $37,360 | $35,270 | $32,568 | 98 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Helpers--Carpenters salary in other states
More about pay in North Carolina
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 47-3012.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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