Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists Salary in North Carolina
Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists in North Carolina earn a median of $99,310 a year, −3% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Industrial Engineers”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $99,310
- vs. U.S. median
- −3% ($102,440)
- Rank among states
- 39 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 11,580
Pay range in North Carolina
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $68,930; the top 10% earn over $139,110. Nationally the range is $74,370 to $159,860.
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Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists pay in North Carolina
How much do human factors engineers and ergonomists make in North Carolina?
The median is $99,310 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $68,930 and the top 10% earn over $139,110. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is North Carolina a good state for human factors engineers and ergonomists?
On pay alone it ranks 39 of 51 (−3% vs. the national median of $102,440). Living costs are not included.