salary$78,950 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the Winston-Salem, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$50,020per year
Top pay (top 10%)$135,930per year
Jobs in the area2,030people work this job
Can a accountant afford Winston-Salem?
OK. Rent of $1,457 a month takes 22.1% of the median accountant salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a accountant make in Winston-Salem, NC?
The median pay for a accountant in the Winston-Salem, NC area is $78,950 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $50,020 and $135,930.
Can a accountant afford to live in Winston-Salem?
Typical rent of $1,457 a month takes 22.1% of the median accountant salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Winston-Salem, NC metro area.