Healthcare Winston-Salem, NC Pop. 249,545

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median nurse practitioner salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $104,585 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 6.5% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median

$104,585

vs State Avg

$-7,296

vs National

$-17,025

Cost of Living

86%

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level nurse practitioner earns around $77,400, 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)

$77,400

$-12,600 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$104,920

$-17,080 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$133,300

$-21,700 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile	Winston-Salem	NC State	National
10th Percentile	$74,906	$80,132	$87,100
25th Percentile	$89,612	$95,864	$104,200
Median (50th)	$104,585	$111,881	$121,610
75th Percentile	$123,410	$132,020	$143,500
90th Percentile	$144,652	$154,744	$168,200

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

How to Become a Nurse Practitioner in Winston-Salem

Education

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

Key Skills

Advanced AssessmentPharmacologyDiagnosisPatient EducationEMR SystemsClinical Decision-Making

Job Outlook

Nationally, nurse practitioner employment is projected to grow 40% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Winston-Salem may vary based on local industry and population growth.