Tapers Salary in North Carolina
Tapers in North Carolina earn a median of $45,770 a year, −33% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $45,770
- vs. U.S. median
- −33% ($68,270)
- Rank among states
- 24 of 27
- Jobs in the state
- Not published
Pay range in North Carolina
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,750; the top 10% earn over $46,040. Nationally the range is $43,670 to $107,110.
States ranked near North Carolina
Similar jobs in North Carolina
- Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons$35,980 median in North Carolina
- Hazardous Materials Removal Workers$43,180 median in North Carolina
- Painters, Construction and Maintenance$44,110 median in North Carolina
- Helpers--Roofers$44,120 median in North Carolina
- Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers$46,780 median in North Carolina
- Tile and Stone Setters$44,650 median in North Carolina
Tapers pay in North Carolina
How much do tapers make in North Carolina?
The median is $45,770 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,750 and the top 10% earn over $46,040. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is North Carolina a good state for tapers?
On pay alone it ranks 24 of 27 (−33% vs. the national median of $68,270). Living costs are not included.