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Project Manager Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median project manager salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $84,879 per year, which is 11% below the national median and 6.3% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$84,879
vs State Avg
$-5,723
vs National
$-10,491
Cost of Living
86%

Project Manager Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level project manager earns around $51,620, while experienced professionals earn up to $129,050 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$51,620
$-6,380 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$85,440
$-10,560 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$129,050
$-15,950 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile Winston-Salem
10th Percentile $50,018
25th Percentile $64,970
Median (50th) $84,879
75th Percentile $112,140
90th Percentile $141,599

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How to Become a Project Manager in Winston-Salem

Education

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

Key Skills

Agile/ScrumRisk ManagementBudgetingStakeholder CommunicationJIRA/AsanaPMP Certification

Job Outlook

Nationally, project manager employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Winston-Salem may vary based on local industry and population growth.