As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Elevator Operator in Wilmington, NC is $40,701, equivalent to $20 per hour, $783 weekly, or $3,392 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Elevator Operator in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Elevator Operator in Wilmington, NC vary widely, spanning from $34,278 to $46,662. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($37,339) and 75th percentile ($43,821), while top earners (90th percentile) make $46,662 per year. This $6,482 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Machine Operation, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Wilmington Elevator Operator often earn 3.6% lower than national averages. However, Wilmington currently ranks 687 statewide for Elevator Operator job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Elevator Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $34,278 Wilmington, NC April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $37,339 Wilmington, NC April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $40,701 Wilmington, NC April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $43,821 Wilmington, NC April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $46,662 Wilmington, NC April 01, 2026
25% $37,339 10% $34,278 90% $46,662 75% $43,821 $40,701 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. This Job:

    Elevator Operator

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Machine Operator II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Wilmington, North Carolina    Wilmington is a port city and the county seat of New Hanover County in coastal southeastern North Carolina, United States. With a population of 119,04....More

Wilmington, North Carolina  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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