Residential Advisors Salary in Western North Carolina

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

Median annual salary $36,290 -7.4% vs national
Median hourly $17.45
10th percentile $22,280
90th percentile $49,970
Employed locally 240
National median $39,180

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,280
    25th
    $28,330
    50th (median)
    $36,290
    75th
    $47,110
    90th
    $49,970

    Top-paying metros for Residential Advisors

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $55,310
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $55,120
    Stockton-Lodi, CA $53,840
    Salinas, CA $53,590
    Missoula, MT $53,250
    Maryland nonmetropolitan area $52,750

    Related occupations in Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$23,860
    Recreation Workers$36,560
    Childcare Workers$28,480
    Animal Caretakers$28,430
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$37,810
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services$46,360

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Residential Advisors make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Residential Advisors in Western North Carolina is $17.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.15 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Residential Advisors salaries?

    The median Residential Advisors salary in Western North Carolina is 7.4% below the national median of $39,180. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Residential Advisors in Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Residential Advisors (10th percentile) earn around $22,280 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,330.