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College Professor Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median college professor salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $72,137 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 6.5% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median

$72,137

vs State Avg

$-5,033

vs National

$-11,743

Cost of Living

86%

College Professor Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level college professor earns around $41,280, while experienced professionals earn up to $137,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$41,280

$-6,720 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$73,960

$-12,040 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$137,600

$-22,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile	Winston-Salem	NC State	National
10th Percentile	$38,700	$41,400	$45,000
25th Percentile	$51,600	$55,200	$60,000
Median (50th)	$72,137	$77,170	$83,880
75th Percentile	$103,200	$110,400	$120,000
90th Percentile	$144,480	$154,560	$168,000

College Professor Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

How to Become a College Professor in Winston-Salem

Education

Most college professor positions require a doctoral degree. Winston-Salem and the surrounding North Carolina area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

TeachingResearchPublishingCurriculum DesignAcademic AdvisingGrant Writing

Job Outlook

Nationally, college professor 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.