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Content writer salary in United States, 2026

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

Average base salary

$23.32
Average $23.32
Low $12.19
High $44.61

The average salary for a content writer is $23.32 per hour in the United States. 4.5k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 15, 2026).

Content Writer job openings in United States

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Content Creator
Remote
$25 - $40 an hour
Contract
4 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Content Writer in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Roblox
 
$285,045per year
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CONTECH CONSTRUCTION
 
$240,000per year
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BizTek People
 
$218,400per year
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HELLO SUGAR
 
$208,000per year
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Fullmind
 
$208,000per year
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Crystal Equation
 
$202,800per year
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Highest paying cities for Content Writers near United States

  1. Washington, DC
    $30.85 per hour
  2. New York, NY
    $29.27 per hour
  3. Nashville, TN
    $25.61 per hour
  4. Dallas, TX
    $25.23 per hour
  5. Los Angeles, CA
    $23.52 per hour

Where can a Content Writer earn more?

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