How much does a switchboard operator make in Winston-Salem?
$39,490a year
Median yearly pay for switchboard operators in the Winston-Salem, NC metro area. That is $18.99 an hour or $3,291 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.99
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 55 of 142
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,180Median: $39,490Highest 10%: $45,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,180 | $16.43 | |
| 25th | $38,550 | $18.53 | |
| Median | $39,490 | $18.99 | |
| 75th | $45,200 | $21.73 | |
| 90th | $45,200 | $21.73 |
Other cities in North Carolina
Median yearly pay for switchboard operators.
| Charlotte, NC | $42,320 |
| Greensboro, NC | $41,130 |
| Asheville, NC | $40,590 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $36,180 |
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Salaries for every job in Winston-Salem, NCFrequently asked questions
How much does a switchboard operator make an hour in Winston-Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Winston-Salem, NC metro area is $18.99 ($39,490 a year).
Do switchboard operators make more in Winston-Salem than the national average?
Yes: $39,490 against $38,630 nationally, 2% more.
How does Winston-Salem compare with the rest of North Carolina?
The median in North Carolina is $38,520, so Winston-Salem pays 3% more.
Where does Winston-Salem rank for switchboard operator pay?
55 of 142 metro areas with data.
How much does a switchboard operator make starting out in Winston-Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $34,180 or less a year; the top 10% make $45,200 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.