Agriculture & Environment Winston-Salem, NC Pop. 249,545

Park Ranger Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median park ranger salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $36,550 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 6.5% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$36,550
vs State Avg
$-2,550
vs National
$-5,950
Cost of Living
86%

Park Ranger Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level park ranger earns around $25,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $58,480 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$25,800
$-4,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$37,840
$-6,160 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$58,480
$-9,520 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile Winston-Salem
10th Percentile $24,080
25th Percentile $29,240
Median (50th) $36,550
75th Percentile $49,880
90th Percentile $61,920

Park Ranger Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

Charlotte, NC
$41,650
Pop. 874,579
Raleigh, NC
$41,650
Pop. 467,665
Durham, NC
$40,375
Pop. 283,506
Greensboro, NC
$37,400
Pop. 299,035

How to Become a Park Ranger in Winston-Salem

Education

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

Key Skills

ConservationLaw EnforcementPublic EducationWildlife ManagementEmergency ResponseOutdoor Skills

Job Outlook

Nationally, park ranger 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.