Media & Communications Winston-Salem, NC Pop. 249,545

Broadcast Journalist Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median broadcast journalist salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $44,720 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 6.5% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$44,720
vs State Avg
$-3,120
vs National
$-7,280
Cost of Living
86%

Broadcast Journalist Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level broadcast journalist earns around $28,380, while experienced professionals earn up to $81,700 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$28,380
$-4,620 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$46,440
$-7,560 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$81,700
$-13,300 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile Winston-Salem
10th Percentile $25,800
25th Percentile $32,680
Median (50th) $44,720
75th Percentile $63,640
90th Percentile $86,000

Broadcast Journalist Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

Charlotte, NC
$50,960
Pop. 874,579
Raleigh, NC
$50,960
Pop. 467,665
Durham, NC
$49,400
Pop. 283,506
Greensboro, NC
$45,760
Pop. 299,035

How to Become a Broadcast Journalist in Winston-Salem

Education

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

Key Skills

On-Air PresentationInterviewingScript WritingVideo EditingResearchTeleprompter

Job Outlook

Nationally, broadcast journalist employment is projected to grow -4% over the next decade (decline). Demand in Winston-Salem may vary based on local industry and population growth.