Post Anesthesia Care Nurse Salary Guide: North Carolina
Average Post Anesthesia Care Nurse Salary
$51.30/hour
The average salary for a Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in North Carolina is $51.30 per hour. This is 5% higher than the US average of $48.50.
Last updated on August 23, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Post Anesthesia Care Nurse salaries in North Carolina compared to National Averages
$51.30/hour
North Carolina
5% higher than the US average.
$48.50/hour
United States
How does the pay for Post Anesthesia Care Nurses in North Carolina compare to nearby states?
Virginia pays Post Anesthesia Care Nurses the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Tennessee ($40) and South Carolina ($40). Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $62. For comparison, the North Carolina average for Post Anesthesia Care Nurses is $51 per hour — Virginia pays 10% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $56 | $62 |
| Tennessee | $40 | $40 |
| South Carolina | $40 | $47 |
| District of Columbia | $36 | $46 |
Last updated on August 23, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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