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ByLocal Market Research Team
Reviewed by Indeed Flex Editorial Board
Updated January 15, 2026
Retail
Durham, NC

Grocery Stocker Jobs in Durham

Temp and flexible grocery stocker positions in Durham pay $14.00-$18.80/hr — 4% below the national average, with a cost of living 6% below the U.S. baseline.

$14-$19

Per Hour

$656

Weekly (40hrs)

94

Cost Index

EST

Time Zone

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Quick Facts

Top Industries in Durham

Healthcare
Education
Technology
Hospitality

Monthly Costs

1-Bed Rent$1400
Groceries$320
Transport$80
More about Durham

About Grocery Stocker Jobs in Durham

Grocery Stockers in Durham earn $14.00-$18.80/hr, below the national average.

Grocery Stockers keep store shelves filled with products, rotate stock for freshness, and ensure aisles are clean and organized in supermarkets and grocery stores.

Most grocery stocker positions in Durham are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

Grocery Stocker Pay: Durham vs Nearby Cities

CityHourly PayCost of Living1-Bed Rent
Durham, NC$14–$19/hr94$1,400
Charlotte, NC$14–$19/hr95$1,450
Nashville, TN$14–$20/hr99$1,650
Atlanta, GA$14–$20/hr101$1,700
Orlando, FL$14–$19/hr96$1,500
Worker Proprietary Metric

Worker Affordability Score

Calculated for Grocery Stocker in Durham

1.9x
Challenging
85
Hours to pay rent
53%
Rent / gross income
247
Monthly disposable
6% less affordable than US national average

Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.

What You’ll Actually Earn in Durham

Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
Gross monthly$2,840
Est. taxes (~22%)-$625
Take-home$2,215
After Essential Costs
1-Bed Rent$1,400
Groceries + transport$400
Remaining$415

Based on avg Grocery Stocker rate of $16.40/hr at 40 hrs/wk.

Key Responsibilities

  • Stock shelves with products quickly and accurately
  • Rotate stock using FIFO (first in, first out)
  • Check and remove expired products
  • Build displays and end caps
  • Assist customers with product locations

Skills & Requirements

Key Skills
Physical fitness
Organization
Attention to detail
Time management
Teamwork
Requirements
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly
  • Physical stamina
  • Flexible schedule (early mornings/overnights common)
  • Attention to detail for dates and organization

Earnings Calculator for Durham

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$16/hr
$14/hr$18.8/hr
25 hr
5 hr (Part-time)50 hr (Full-time+)
Weekly
$400
Monthly
$1,732
Yearly
$20,800
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Career Path from Grocery Stocker

Grocery Stocker

0-1 years

Department Clerk

1-2 years

Department Manager

2-4 years

Store Manager

4+ years

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Data Sources & Methodology

The information on this page is compiled from the following sources:

  1. [1]
    BLS QCEW — Employment and wage data at state and county level by industry.Visit
  2. [2]
    BLS CES — Monthly survey of ~670,000 worksites providing industry-level employment and earnings data.Visit
  3. [3]
    Census ACS — Demographic, economic, and housing data for communities.Visit
  4. [4]
    Indeed Hiring Lab — Monthly posted-wage data by job title from Indeed job listings.Visit
  5. [5]
    MWPVL — Comprehensive database of distribution center and warehouse locations.Visit
  6. [6]
    DOL/State Labor Depts — Minimum wage rates, tip credits, licensing requirements, and regulations by state.Visit

Data Freshness

CategoryCost of Living
Last Updated2026-01-15
Next Update2027-01-15

We strive to keep all data accurate and up-to-date. Pay rates may vary based on location, experience, and employer.

About this data

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