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

School Counselor Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median school counselor salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $51,720 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 6.5% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$51,720
vs State Avg
$-3,609
vs National
$-8,420
Cost of Living
86%

School Counselor Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level school counselor earns around $34,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $73,100 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$34,400
$-5,600 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$51,600
$-8,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$73,100
$-11,900 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile Winston-Salem
10th Percentile $32,852
25th Percentile $40,420
Median (50th) $51,720
75th Percentile $65,532
90th Percentile $81,528

School Counselor Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

Charlotte, NC
$58,937
Pop. 874,579
Raleigh, NC
$58,937
Pop. 467,665
Durham, NC
$57,133
Pop. 283,506
Greensboro, NC
$52,923
Pop. 299,035

How to Become a School Counselor in Winston-Salem

Education

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

Key Skills

CounselingCollege PlanningCrisis InterventionGroup FacilitationActive ListeningStudent Assessment

Job Outlook

Nationally, school counselor 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.