Medical Surgical Nurse Salary Guide: North Carolina
Average Medical Surgical Nurse Salary
Average Medical Surgical Nurse Salary
$55.91/hour
The average salary for a Medical Surgical Nurse in North Carolina is $55.91 per hour. This is 21% higher than the US average of $44.13.
Last updated on March 10, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Medical Surgical Nurse salaries in North Carolina compared to National Averages
Medical Surgical Nurse salaries in North Carolina compared to National Averages
$55.91/hour
North Carolina
21% higher than the US average.
$44.13/hour
United States
What cities in North Carolina pay the most for Med Surg Nurses?
What cities in North Carolina pay the most for Med Surg Nurses?
City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
---|---|---|
Burlington, North Carolina | $100 | $100 |
Charlotte, North Carolina | $58 | $58 |
Fayetteville, North Carolina | $35 | $46 |
Winston-Salem, North Carolina | $33 | $44 |
Lexington, North Carolina | $33 | $44 |
Kernersville, North Carolina | $33 | $44 |
How does the pay for Med Surg Nurses in North Carolina compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Med Surg Nurses in North Carolina compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
---|---|---|
Georgia | $46 | $48 |
Florida | $38 | $43 |
Virginia | $36 | $42 |
Tennessee | $29 | $45 |
South Carolina | $29 | $41 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Medical Surgical Nurse jobs in North Carolina?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Medical Surgical Nurse jobs in North Carolina?
Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
---|---|---|
Atrium Health Charlotte | $45 | $45 |
Core Medical-Perm | $41 | $43 |
HCA TriStar | $38 | $40 |
Medical City Healthcare | $38 | $40 |
Last updated on March 10, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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