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Content strategist salary in United States

How much does a Content Strategist make in the United States?

Average base salary

$83,744
Average $83,744
Low $52,113
High $134,576

The average salary for a content strategist is $83,744 per year in the United States. 344 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated September 19, 2026).

Content Strategist job openings in United States

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Content Strategist (Contract),...
Formative
Seattle, WA
Contract
2 days ago

Highest paying companies for Content Strategist in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
ExxonMobil
 
$223,600per year
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SysMind
 
$218,400per year
The Farmer's Dog
 
$206,500per year
TeamPeople
 
$205,000per year
Nordstrom
 
$192,250per year
Broadridge
 
$187,500per year

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Highest paying cities for Content Strategists near United States

  1. San Francisco, CA
    $123,833 per year
  2. Atlanta, GA
    $76,883 per year
  3. Washington, DC
    $76,594 per year
  4. Austin, TX
    $76,265 per year
  5. Los Angeles, CA
    $71,497 per year

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Content Strategist

The average salary for a Content Strategist is $83,744 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 344 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 19, 2026.

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Content Strategist salaries typically range between a low of $52,113 and a high of $134,576 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Content Strategist include San Francisco, CA at $123,833 per year, Atlanta, GA at $76,883 per year, and Washington, DC at $76,594 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Content Strategist include ExxonMobil ($223,600 per year) and SysMind ($218,400 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Content Strategist salary compares to related positions:

  • Principal Content Strategist: Average $165,736 per year
  • Senior Content Strategist: Average $112,590 per year

How much do similar professions as Content Strategist get paid in United States?

Principal Content Strategist

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Senior Content Strategist

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Average $112,590 per year