Accountant salary in Charlotte, NC
Median pay, Charlotte metro
$92,910/year
about $44.67 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $72,420 – $129,000
Half of accountants in the Charlotte metro area earn more than $92,910 a year and half earn less. That's 11% higher than the national median of $83,680, and ranks #10 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $59,200 | $28.46 |
| 25th | $72,420 | $34.82 |
| Median (50th) | $92,910 | $44.67 |
| 75th | $129,000 | $62.02 |
| 90th (top earners) | $167,330 | $80.45 |
*Yearly pay divided by 2,080 hours (40 hours × 52 weeks), the full-time basis BLS uses.
Is your offer fair?
For a accountant job in the Charlotte metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $72,420 ($34.82/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $72,420 to $129,000 ($34.82 to $62.02/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $129,000 ($62.02/hr). Higher than three quarters of workers here.
Before you accept
- A CPA license usually raises pay noticeably, and some employers support the exam with time off or fees.
- Busy season can mean long hours from January to April. Ask how overtime is handled for salaried roles.
- Public accounting and corporate (industry) roles often pay differently for similar titles.
Also watch for the common warning signs in the posting itself: 15 job posting red flags.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025, Charlotte metro. Occupation: Accountants and Auditors (SOC 13-2011). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.