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How much does a 911 Dispatcher make in North Carolina? The average 911 Dispatcher salary in North Carolina is $41,500 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $37,000 and $47,100. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

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911 Dispatcher Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $32,903 NC February 26, 2024
25th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $37,000 NC February 26, 2024
50th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $41,500 NC February 26, 2024
75th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $47,100 NC February 26, 2024
90th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $52,199 NC February 26, 2024
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The 911 Dispatcher transmits and receives coded and conventional messages, differentiates between routine, priority, and emergency messages, and initiates or follows through on responses as required. Responsible for responding to calls for emergency and non-emergency assistance and in dispatching law enforcement, fire fighting, or rescue units. Being a 911 Dispatcher requires a high school diploma. May enter unit response and data into database. In addition, 911 Dispatcher typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being a 911 Dispatcher gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Works under moderate supervision. Working as a 911 Dispatcher typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    911 Dispatcher

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    Emergency Communications Supervisor

    2 + years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Aberdeen, NC Avg. Salary $39,344 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Advance, NC Avg. Salary $41,315 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Ahoskie, NC Avg. Salary $40,425 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alamance, NC Avg. Salary $41,151 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Albemarle, NC Avg. Salary $41,122 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Albertson, NC Avg. Salary $39,420 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alexander, NC Avg. Salary $39,717 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alexis, NC Avg. Salary $42,382 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alliance, NC Avg. Salary $39,496 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Almond, NC Avg. Salary $39,340 Date Updated February 26, 2024

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