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Biomedical Engineer Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median biomedical engineer salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $86,628 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 6.5% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$86,628
vs State Avg
$-6,044
vs National
$-14,102
Cost of Living
86%

Biomedical Engineer Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level biomedical engineer earns around $55,900, while experienced professionals earn up to $127,280 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$55,900
$-9,100 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$87,720
$-14,280 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$127,280
$-20,720 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile Winston-Salem
10th Percentile $53,320
25th Percentile $67,940
Median (50th) $86,628
75th Percentile $108,360
90th Percentile $134,160

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How to Become a Biomedical Engineer in Winston-Salem

Education

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

Key Skills

Medical DevicesCAD/CAMFDA RegulationsBiomechanicsMATLABClinical Research

Job Outlook

Nationally, biomedical engineer employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Winston-Salem may vary based on local industry and population growth.