Healthcare Winston-Salem, NC Pop. 249,545

Psychologist Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median psychologist salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $73,384 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 6.5% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median

$73,384

vs State Avg

$-5,120

vs National

$-11,946

Cost of Living

86%

Psychologist Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level psychologist earns around $44,720, while experienced professionals earn up to $124,700 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$44,720

$-7,280 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$75,680

$-12,320 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$124,700

$-20,300 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile	Winston-Salem	NC State	National
10th Percentile	$41,280	$44,160	$48,000
25th Percentile	$55,040	$58,880	$64,000
Median (50th)	$73,384	$78,504	$85,330
75th Percentile	$98,900	$105,800	$115,000
90th Percentile	$133,300	$142,600	$155,000

Psychologist Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

How to Become a Psychologist in Winston-Salem

Education

Most psychologist positions require a doctoral degree. Winston-Salem and the surrounding North Carolina area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

PsychotherapyPsychological AssessmentCBT/DBTResearch MethodsClinical DocumentationEthics

Job Outlook

Nationally, psychologist 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.