Engineering Winston-Salem, NC Pop. 249,545

Electrical Engineer Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median electrical engineer salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $89,965 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 6.5% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$89,965
vs State Avg
$-6,276
vs National
$-14,645
Cost of Living
86%

Electrical Engineer Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level electrical engineer earns around $58,480, while experienced professionals earn up to $133,300 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$58,480
$-9,520 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$91,160
$-14,840 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$133,300
$-21,700 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile Winston-Salem
10th Percentile $56,760
25th Percentile $71,380
Median (50th) $89,965
75th Percentile $113,520
90th Percentile $139,320

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How to Become a Electrical Engineer in Winston-Salem

Education

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

Key Skills

Circuit DesignMATLABPCB DesignPower SystemsControl SystemsEmbedded Systems

Job Outlook

Nationally, electrical 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.