Forklift Operator Salary in Charlotte, NC

Median: $21.10/hour ($43,880/year) — $2,540 (5%) below the national median. Range: $38,520–$47,510.

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Last updated: 2026-07-04 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · National Forklift Operator salary guide

The median Forklift Operator salary in Charlotte, NC is $21.10/hour ($43,880/year) ($2,540 (5%) below the national median), with a typical range of $38,520–$47,510. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

Salary stats
MetricValueSource
Median$21.10/hour ($43,880/year)BLS
Range$38,520–$47,510BLS
### Key facts for Forklift Operator in Charlotte Median pay and comparison. - Median is the middle value. - Data from BLS.

Forklift Operator Salary in Charlotte vs. National Average

25th Pct (Charlotte) $38,520
Median (Charlotte) $43,880
75th Pct (Charlotte) $47,510

National median: $46,420/yr. Charlotte is $2,540 (5%) below the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area (SOC 53-7051, Forklift Operator).

Forklift Operator pay in Charlotte, NC — common questions

How much does a Forklift Operator make in Charlotte, NC?
The median Forklift Operator salary in Charlotte, NC is $21.10/hour ($43,880/year) ($2,540 (5%) below the national median), with a typical range of $38,520–$47,510 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
Is Charlotte a strong pay market for Forklift Operators?
At a $43,880 median, Charlotte is $2,540 (5%) below the national median. The U.S. median is $46,420. Jobeezy shows you which local employers actually pay at the top of that band before you apply.
How can I earn more as a Forklift Operator in Charlotte?
Target employers paying toward the $47,510 (75th-percentile) mark and anchor your negotiation to the BLS band. Jobeezy fit-scores Forklift Operator openings in Charlotte and auto-applies, so you reach more high-paying employers fast.

Forklift Operator salary in nearby markets

Raleigh, NC ($45,140) · Greensboro, NC ($41,510) · Durham, NC ($44,090) · Winston-Salem, NC ($43,100) · Columbus, OH ($46,780) · Indianapolis, IN ($45,670) · Fort Worth, TX ($47,230) · San Francisco, CA ($59,240)

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