Janitor Salary in Raleigh, NC

Median: $16.82/hour ($34,980/year) — $1,860 (5%) below the national median. Range: $29,210–$39,780.

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

The median Janitor salary in Raleigh, NC is $16.82/hour ($34,980/year) ($1,860 (5%) below the national median), with a typical range of $29,210–$39,780. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

Salary stats
MetricValueSource
Median$16.82/hour ($34,980/year)BLS
Range$29,210–$39,780BLS
### Key facts for Janitor in Raleigh Median pay and comparison. - Median is the middle value. - Data from BLS.

Janitor Salary in Raleigh vs. National Average

25th Pct (Raleigh) $29,210
Median (Raleigh) $34,980
75th Pct (Raleigh) $39,780

National median: $36,840/yr. Raleigh is $1,860 (5%) below the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Raleigh-Cary, NC metro area (SOC 37-2011, Janitor).

Janitor pay in Raleigh, NC — common questions

How much does a Janitor make in Raleigh, NC?
The median Janitor salary in Raleigh, NC is $16.82/hour ($34,980/year) ($1,860 (5%) below the national median), with a typical range of $29,210–$39,780 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
Is Raleigh a strong pay market for Janitors?
At a $34,980 median, Raleigh is $1,860 (5%) below the national median. The U.S. median is $36,840. Jobeezy shows you which local employers actually pay at the top of that band before you apply.
How can I earn more as a Janitor in Raleigh?
Target employers paying toward the $39,780 (75th-percentile) mark and anchor your negotiation to the BLS band. Jobeezy fit-scores Janitor openings in Raleigh and auto-applies, so you reach more high-paying employers fast.
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