Pipelayers pay in North Carolina
In North Carolina, the median pay for pipelayers is $22.70 an hour ($47,220 a year). About 3,830 people work in this job there.
That is 4% lower than the U.S. median ($49,000). North Carolina ranks 31st of 44 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for pipelayers in North Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.21 | $37,870 |
| 25% of workers | $20.29 | $42,200 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.70 | $47,220 |
| 75% of workers | $24.94 | $51,880 |
| 90% of workers | $28.50 | $59,280 |
Pipelayers pay in North Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia | $48,980 | 1,170 |
| Raleigh-Cary | $48,390 | 640 |
| Goldsboro | $48,190 | 50 |
| Greensboro-High Point | $47,550 | 120 |
| Winston-Salem | $47,150 | 190 |
| Durham-Chapel Hill | $46,860 | 110 |
| Asheville | $46,840 | 160 |
| Fayetteville | $46,410 | 110 |
| Wilmington | $46,130 | 160 |
| Burlington | $46,070 | 30 |
| Jacksonville | $44,000 | 70 |
| Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton | $43,260 | 100 |
| Rocky Mount | $43,230 | 50 |
| Pinehurst-Southern Pines | $40,220 | 40 |
North Carolina unemployment rate: 3.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for pipelayers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -3.1% over ten years, declining · about 2,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in North Carolina
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $44,720 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $57,080 |
| Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $43,710 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $50,730 |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $42,990 |
| Structural Iron and Steel Workers | $48,740 |
| Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators | $47,820 |
| Insulation Workers, Mechanical | $48,430 |
Other job titles for this job
Open pipelayers jobs on JAI Bot
No open jobs in this field right now. Search all jobs or set up a free job alert.
Hiring pipelayers? Use the free hiring guide for a job description and interview questions, then post the job on JAI Bot. Every job shows typical pay to job seekers.
Post a job freeFind jobsCheck pay for any jobSource: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates. Figures are for wage and salary workers and do not include the self-employed. The median is the middle wage: half earn more, half earn less. Other job titles: O*NET 31.0 Database by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA), used under the CC BY 4.0 license; O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA. JAI Bot has modified this information; USDOL/ETA has not approved, endorsed, or tested these modifications.