Engineering Winston-Salem, NC Pop. 249,545

Civil Engineer Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median civil engineer salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $77,348 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 6.5% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$77,348
vs State Avg
$-5,397
vs National
$-12,592
Cost of Living
86%

Civil Engineer Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level civil engineer earns around $53,320, while experienced professionals earn up to $111,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$53,320
$-8,680 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$77,400
$-12,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$111,800
$-18,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile Winston-Salem
10th Percentile $51,944
25th Percentile $62,952
Median (50th) $77,348
75th Percentile $98,040
90th Percentile $119,196

Civil Engineer Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

Charlotte, NC
$88,141
Pop. 874,579
Raleigh, NC
$88,141
Pop. 467,665
Durham, NC
$85,443
Pop. 283,506
Greensboro, NC
$79,147
Pop. 299,035

How to Become a Civil Engineer in Winston-Salem

Education

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

Key Skills

AutoCADStructural AnalysisProject ManagementGISConstruction ManagementPE License

Job Outlook

Nationally, civil 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.