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

Copywriter Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median copywriter salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $55,900 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 6.5% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$55,900
vs State Avg
$-3,900
vs National
$-9,100
Cost of Living
86%

Copywriter Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level copywriter earns around $32,680, while experienced professionals earn up to $96,320 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)
$57,620
$-9,380 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$96,320
$-15,680 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile Winston-Salem
10th Percentile $30,960
25th Percentile $41,280
Median (50th) $55,900
75th Percentile $77,400
90th Percentile $101,480

Copywriter Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

Charlotte, NC
$63,700
Pop. 874,579
Raleigh, NC
$63,700
Pop. 467,665
Durham, NC
$61,750
Pop. 283,506
Greensboro, NC
$57,200
Pop. 299,035

How to Become a Copywriter in Winston-Salem

Education

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

Key Skills

CopywritingBrand VoiceSEOContent StrategyEditingCreative Thinking

Job Outlook

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