North Carolina has 11 locations with their own GSA per diem rates for FY2026. The highest lodging allowances apply to seasonal destinations such as Kill Devil Hills and Atlantic Beach / Morehead City, where rates climb in peak months, while Chapel Hill, Charlotte and Raleigh have their own year-round rates. Locations not listed by the GSA use the standard CONUS rate of $110 for lodging and $68 for meals and incidental expenses (M&IE).
Use the table below to compare per diem rates across North Carolina and calculate the total allowance for your trip.
North Carolina per diem rates by city
Cities with their own GSA rate for FY2026, highest lodging first. Seasonal cities show their range. Anywhere not listed defaults to the CONUS standard of $110 lodging / $68 M&IE.
| City / area | Lodging / night | M&IE / day |
|---|---|---|
| Kill Devil Hills | $133–$254 | $74 |
| Atlantic Beach / Morehead City | $123–$178 | $74 |
| Wilmington | $110–$147 | $74 |
| Asheville | $120–$141 | $80 |
| Chapel Hill | $140 | $80 |
| Charlotte | $131 | $80 |
| Raleigh | $131 | $74 |
| Fayetteville | $124 | $68 |
| Greensboro | $112–$123 | $74 |
| Durham | $121 | $74 |
| All other North Carolina locations (CONUS standard) | $110 | $68 |
Calculate a North Carolina trip
Pick any city and your dates to total the lodging + M&IE per diem, including the first/last-day 75% rule.
Frequently asked questions
What is the per diem rate for North Carolina in 2026?＋
North Carolina has 11 GSA-listed cities with their own rates (up to $254 lodging). Everywhere else in North Carolina uses the CONUS standard of $110 lodging and $68 M&IE.
What is the standard per diem rate in North Carolina?＋
Cities without a specific GSA rate use the FY2026 CONUS standard: $110 for lodging and $68 for meals & incidentals per day.
Is per diem taxable in North Carolina?＋
No — reimbursement at or below the GSA rate under an accountable plan is not taxable to the employee anywhere in the U.S., including North Carolina.