May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Jacksonville
Jacksonville, NC
227 occupations
Across 227 occupations with published wages in Jacksonville, physicians, all other record the highest median at $282,050 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Jacksonville
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Retail Salespersons | 2,040 | $29,480 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 1,900 | $27,330 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | 1,830 | $22,900 |
| Cashiers | 1,630 | $26,380 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 1,330 | $33,880 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 1,140 | $28,870 |
| Customer Service Representatives | 1,130 | $33,980 |
| Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | 1,000 | $48,370 |
| Registered Nurses | 870 | $84,750 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | 790 | $33,320 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Driver/Sales Workers | $20,300 | 410 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $22,900 | 1,830 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $23,130 | 190 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $23,560 | 290 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $26,260 | 110 |
| Cashiers | $26,380 | 1,630 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers, All Other | $26,830 | 80 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $27,330 | 1,900 |
| Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks | $27,440 | 110 |
| Parts Salespersons | $27,600 | 170 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.