Actors pay in North Carolina
In North Carolina, the median pay for actors is $18.83 an hour ($39,166 a year). About 730 people work in this job there.
That is 35% lower than the U.S. median ($60,424). North Carolina ranks 18th of 21 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for actors in North Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $9.92 | $20,634 |
| 25% of workers | $13.47 | $28,018 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.83 | $39,166 |
| 75% of workers | $22.34 | $46,467 |
| 90% of workers | $32.85 | $68,328 |
Actors pay in North Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia | $42,931 | 310 |
North Carolina unemployment rate: 3.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for actors
- Typical education to start: Some college, no degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Long-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: 0% over ten years, little or no change · about 6,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in North Carolina
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Producers and Directors | $63,700 |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | $73,800 |
| Writers and Authors | $63,660 |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $47,910 |
| Musicians and Singers | $120,557 |
| Coaches and Scouts | $43,840 |
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