Fish and Game Wardens Salary in Eastern North Carolina

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

Median annual salary $57,950 -15% vs national
Median hourly $27.86
10th percentile $47,260
90th percentile $68,290
Employed locally 40
National median $68,180

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,260
    25th
    $48,910
    50th (median)
    $57,950
    75th
    $63,150
    90th
    $68,290

    Top-paying metros for Fish and Game Wardens

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Washington $115,400
    Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area $102,990
    Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN $102,990
    Indiana $99,990
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $95,480
    California $94,990

    Related occupations in Eastern North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers$47,730
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$50,270
    Security Guards$34,300
    Firefighters$38,800
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$74,250
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers$24,540

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Fish and Game Wardens make per hour in Eastern North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Fish and Game Wardens in Eastern North Carolina is $27.86, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.80 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern North Carolina above or below average for Fish and Game Wardens salaries?

    The median Fish and Game Wardens salary in Eastern North Carolina is 15% below the national median of $68,180. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Fish and Game Wardens in Eastern North Carolina?

    Entry-level Fish and Game Wardens (10th percentile) earn around $47,260 per year in Eastern North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,910.