Nurse Manager Salary Guide: North Carolina
Average Nurse Manager Salary
$49.88/hour
The average salary for a Nurse Manager in North Carolina is $49.88 per hour. This is 5% lower than the US average of $52.57.
Last updated on October 20, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Nurse Manager salaries in North Carolina compared to National Averages
$49.88/hour
North Carolina
5% lower than the US average.
$52.57/hour
United States
What cities in North Carolina pay the most for Nurse Managers?
Burlington, North Carolina pays Nurse Managers the most, averaging $100 per hour, followed by Waynesville, North Carolina ($58) and Asheville, North Carolina ($55). For comparison, the North Carolina average for Registered Nurses is $50 per hour — Burlington, North Carolina pays 100% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Burlington, North Carolina | $100 | $100 |
| Waynesville, North Carolina | $58 | $58 |
| Asheville, North Carolina | $55 | $58 |
| Winston-Salem, North Carolina | $44 | $44 |
| Brevard, North Carolina | $42 | $58 |
How does the pay for Nurse Managers in North Carolina compare to nearby states?
Virginia pays Nurse Managers the most, averaging $58 per hour, followed by Maryland ($56) and Pennsylvania ($52). Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $62. For comparison, the North Carolina average for Registered Nurses is $50 per hour — Virginia pays 17% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $58 | $62 |
| Maryland | $56 | $60 |
| Pennsylvania | $52 | $55 |
| West Virginia | $45 | $47 |
| Kentucky | $43 | $46 |
| Tennessee | $41 | $43 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Nurse Manager jobs in North Carolina?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Nurse Managers, averaging $50 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the North Carolina average for Registered Nurses is $50 per hour, roughly in line with Perm Staff Jobs.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $50 | $58 |
Last updated on October 20, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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