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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Safe Scrum Master in North Carolina is $118,331 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.
However, a Safe Scrum Master's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Safe Scrum Master Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $125,613 | $10,468 | $2,416 | $60 |
| Average | $118,331 | $9,861 | $2,276 | $57 |
| 25th Percentile | $110,575 | $9,215 | $2,126 | $53 |
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A Safe Scrum Master's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Safe Scrum Master's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Scrum Mas... Level Safe Scrum Master | $86,928 |
| Scrum Mas... Level Safe Scrum Master | $102,444 |
| Safe Scru... Level Safe Scrum Master | $118,870 |
| Scrum Mas... Level Safe Scrum Master | $131,469 |
| Scrum Pro... Level Safe Scrum Master | $132,389 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Safe Scrum Masters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Safe Scrum Master roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 53% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Safe Scrum Master positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Safe Scrum Master as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace & Defense | $153,831 | $74.0 | 30% |
| Biotechnology | $147,914 | $71.0 | 25% |
| Business Services | $141,998 | $68.0 | 20% |
| Chemicals | $139,631 | $67.0 | 18% |
| Construction | $136,081 | $65.0 | 15% |
Understanding how a Safe Scrum Master's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $125,613 | $10,468 | $2,416 | $60 |
| Average | $118,331 | $9,861 | $2,276 | $57 |
| 25th Percentile | $110,575 | $9,215 | $2,126 | $53 |
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