Creative & Education Winston-Salem, NC Pop. 249,545

Archivist Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median archivist salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $50,430 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 6.5% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$50,430
vs State Avg
$-3,519
vs National
$-8,210
Cost of Living
86%

Archivist Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level archivist earns around $32,680, while experienced professionals earn up to $75,680 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$32,680
$-5,320 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$51,600
$-8,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$75,680
$-12,320 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile Winston-Salem
10th Percentile $30,960
25th Percentile $39,560
Median (50th) $50,430
75th Percentile $65,360
90th Percentile $80,840

Archivist Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

Charlotte, NC
$57,467
Pop. 874,579
Raleigh, NC
$57,467
Pop. 467,665
Durham, NC
$55,708
Pop. 283,506
Greensboro, NC
$51,603
Pop. 299,035

How to Become a Archivist in Winston-Salem

Education

Most archivist positions require a master's degree. Winston-Salem and the surrounding North Carolina area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Archival ScienceCatalogingDigital PreservationResearchDatabase ManagementMetadata

Job Outlook

Nationally, archivist employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Winston-Salem may vary based on local industry and population growth.