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How much does a 911 Dispatcher make in North Carolina? The average 911 Dispatcher salary in North Carolina is $41,700 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $37,100 and $47,200. 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.

911 Dispatcher Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $32,912 NC March 26, 2024
25th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $37,100 NC March 26, 2024
50th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $41,700 NC March 26, 2024
75th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $47,200 NC March 26, 2024
90th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $52,207 NC March 26, 2024
25% $37,100 10% $32,912 90% $52,207 75% $47,200 $41,700 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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 $39,088 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Advance, NC Avg. Salary $40,562 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ahoskie, NC Avg. Salary $40,562 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamance, NC Avg. Salary $40,605 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albemarle, NC Avg. Salary $40,865 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albertson, NC Avg. Salary $39,219 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alexander, NC Avg. Salary $39,825 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alexis, NC Avg. Salary $41,992 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alliance, NC Avg. Salary $39,392 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Almond, NC Avg. Salary $39,435 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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