Trades & Labor Winston-Salem, NC Pop. 249,545

Wind Turbine Technician Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median wind turbine technician salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $49,295 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 6.5% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$49,295
vs State Avg
$-3,439
vs National
$-8,025
Cost of Living
86%

Wind Turbine Technician Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level wind turbine technician earns around $36,120, while experienced professionals earn up to $67,080 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$36,120
$-5,880 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$49,880
$-8,120 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$67,080
$-10,920 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile Winston-Salem
10th Percentile $34,400
25th Percentile $41,280
Median (50th) $49,295
75th Percentile $60,200
90th Percentile $70,520

Wind Turbine Technician Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

Charlotte, NC
$56,174
Pop. 874,579
Raleigh, NC
$56,174
Pop. 467,665
Durham, NC
$54,454
Pop. 283,506
Greensboro, NC
$50,442
Pop. 299,035

How to Become a Wind Turbine Technician in Winston-Salem

Education

Most wind turbine technician positions require a postsecondary nondegree award. Winston-Salem and the surrounding North Carolina area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Wind Turbine SystemsElectricalHydraulicsClimbing/SafetyTroubleshootingPreventive Maintenance

Job Outlook

Nationally, wind turbine technician employment is projected to grow 45% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Winston-Salem may vary based on local industry and population growth.