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49-9051 / ELECTRICAL POWER-LINE INSTALLERS AND REPAIRERS / NORTH CAROLINA
Lineworker salary in North Carolina
North Carolina vs. U.S. lineworker pay
| Measure | North Carolina, annual | North Carolina, hourly | U.S., annual | U.S., hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $48,180 | $23.16 | $51,470 | $24.74 |
| 25th percentile | $60,490 | $29.08 | $67,270 | $32.34 |
| Median | $77,270 | $37.15 | $95,320 | $45.83 |
| 75th percentile | $100,310 | $48.23 | $109,740 | $52.76 |
| 90th percentile | $105,430 | $50.69 | $128,690 | $61.87 |
| Mean (average) | $77,570 | $37.29 | $91,970 | $44.22 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025, SOC 49-9051 (Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers), cross-industry. Data as of May 2025. BLS OEWS tables | BLS state data file (May 2025) | BLS national data file (May 2025).
North Carolina electrical power-line installers and repairers earned a mean of $77,570 a year in May 2025, about $14,400 (16%) below the U.S. mean of $91,970. Half earned less than $77,270 and half earned more. By mean annual wage, North Carolina ranks 47th of 51 areas (states and D.C.) with published data for this occupation. BLS location quotient for electrical power-line installers and repairers in North Carolina is 1.36, where 1.00 is the national average share of jobs.
These figures cover all electrical power-line installers and repairers in the state, from newer workers to experienced ones. They are not entry-level offers or a pay promise, and they leave out employer-paid benefits. Pay varies by employer, metro area, union status and license level.
How people become lineworkers
- Lineworkers typically need a high school diploma or equivalent plus technical instruction and on-the-job training. Apprenticeships are common.
- Employer-sponsored apprenticeships or training programs may last up to 3 years.
- Workers who drive heavy vehicles usually need a state-issued commercial driver's license (CDL).
Source: BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook, Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers (national information; page last modified August 28, 2025; figures there use a 2024 base). Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent. Typical training: Long-term on-the-job training. Projected job growth 2024 to 2034: 7% (much faster than average). BLS OOH: Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers. Find programs on Apprenticeship.gov. Confirm North Carolina licensing rules with the state board; this page does not state them.