Water Resource Specialists Salary in North Carolina
Water Resource Specialists in North Carolina earn a median of $173,870 a year, +4% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Natural Sciences Managers”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $173,870
- vs. U.S. median
- +4% ($167,220)
- Rank among states
- 6 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 6,010
Pay range in North Carolina
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $101,810; the top 10% earn over $305,970. Nationally the range is $79,710 to $316,850.
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Water Resource Specialists pay in North Carolina
How much do water resource specialists make in North Carolina?
The median is $173,870 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $101,810 and the top 10% earn over $305,970. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is North Carolina a good state for water resource specialists?
On pay alone it ranks 6 of 48 (+4% vs. the national median of $167,220). Living costs are not included.