What nurse midwives earn in North Carolina and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC | $128,110 | $61.59 | 60 |
| Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area | $97,830 | $47.03 | 40 |
| Raleigh-Cary, NC | $132,070 | $63.50 | 30 |
Nurse Midwives in North Carolina earned a median of $126,040 a year ($60.59 an hour) in May 2025, 6% less than the national median of $134,040. The middle half earned $105,840 to $139,030.
Among areas in North Carolina, pay was highest in Raleigh-Cary, NC at $132,070.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.