salary$81,950 a year$39 an hour · median pay in the Raleigh-Cary, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$57,120per year
Top pay (top 10%)$134,220per year
Jobs in the area9,190people work this job
Can a accountant afford Cary?
Expensive. Rent of $2,050 a month takes 30.0% of the median accountant salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a accountant make in Cary, NC?
The median pay for a accountant in the Raleigh-Cary, NC area is $81,950 a year ($39 an hour). Most earn between $57,120 and $134,220.
Can a accountant afford to live in Cary?
Typical rent of $2,050 a month takes 30.0% of the median accountant salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Raleigh-Cary, NC metro area.