Driver/Sales Workers Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $30,170 -18.7% vs national
Median hourly $14.50
10th percentile $21,950
90th percentile $50,220
Employed locally 870
National median $37,130

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $21,950
    25th
    $26,720
    50th (median)
    $30,170
    75th
    $41,620
    90th
    $50,220

    Top-paying metros for Driver/Sales Workers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $55,200
    Yuba City, CA $51,200
    North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area $49,590
    Merced, CA $49,290
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $49,140
    Fargo, ND-MN $48,920

    Related occupations in Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers$36,930
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$47,550
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$35,510
    Light Truck Drivers$36,200
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$46,760
    Bus Drivers, School$34,900

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Driver/Sales Workers make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Driver/Sales Workers in Western North Carolina is $14.50, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.37 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Driver/Sales Workers salaries?

    The median Driver/Sales Workers salary in Western North Carolina is 18.7% below the national median of $37,130. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Driver/Sales Workers in Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Driver/Sales Workers (10th percentile) earn around $21,950 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $26,720.