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Medical writer salary in United States, 2026

How much does a Medical Writer make in the United States?

Average base salary

$120,499
Average $120,499
Low $77,752
High $186,747

The average salary for a medical writer is $120,499 per year in the United States. 1.2k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 13, 2026).

Medical Writer job openings in United States

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Medical Writer
Systimmune1.5out of 5 stars.
Remote
$80,000 - $130,000 a year
Full-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Medical Writer in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
GQR
 
$270,000per year
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TotalMed
 
$241,800per year
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Tailored Management
 
$223,538per year
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Suna Solutions
 
$202,800per year
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MasterBrand Cabinets
 
$195,000per year
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MannKind Corporation
 
$180,909per year
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Highest paying cities for Medical Writers near United States

  1. Princeton, NJ
    $133,493 per year
  2. Morrisville, NC
    $123,784 per year
  3. Boston, MA
    $105,095 per year
  4. New York, NY
    $94,889 per year
  5. Yardley, PA
    $94,156 per year

Where can a Medical Writer earn more?

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