Creative & Education Winston-Salem, NC Pop. 249,545

Librarian Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median librarian salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $52,623 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 6.5% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$52,623
vs State Avg
$-3,672
vs National
$-8,567
Cost of Living
86%

Librarian Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level librarian earns around $36,120, while experienced professionals earn up to $75,680 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$36,120
$-5,880 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$53,320
$-8,680 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$75,680
$-12,320 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile Winston-Salem
10th Percentile $33,712
25th Percentile $42,140
Median (50th) $52,623
75th Percentile $66,392
90th Percentile $83,076

Librarian Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

Charlotte, NC
$59,966
Pop. 874,579
Raleigh, NC
$59,966
Pop. 467,665
Durham, NC
$58,131
Pop. 283,506
Greensboro, NC
$53,847
Pop. 299,035

How to Become a Librarian in Winston-Salem

Education

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

Key Skills

Information ScienceResearchCatalogingCommunity ProgrammingDigital LiteracyDatabase Management

Job Outlook

Nationally, librarian employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Winston-Salem may vary based on local industry and population growth.