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Solutions Architect Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median solutions architect salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $135,000 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 6.3% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$135,000
vs State Avg
$-9,000
vs National
$-15,000
Cost of Living
86%

Solutions Architect Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level solutions architect earns around $85,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $193,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$85,500
$-9,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$136,800
$-15,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$193,500
$-21,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile Winston-Salem
10th Percentile $81,000
25th Percentile $106,200
Median (50th) $135,000
75th Percentile $172,800
90th Percentile $202,500

Solutions Architect Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

Charlotte, NC
$153,000
Pop. 874,579
Raleigh, NC
$153,000
Pop. 467,665
Durham, NC
$148,500
Pop. 283,506
Greensboro, NC
$138,000
Pop. 299,035

How to Become a Solutions Architect in Winston-Salem

Education

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

Key Skills

Cloud ArchitectureSystem DesignAWS/AzureMicroservicesSecurityCommunication

Job Outlook

Nationally, solutions architect employment is projected to grow 15% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Winston-Salem may vary based on local industry and population growth.