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Freelance writer salary in United States, 2026
How much does a Freelance Writer make in the United States?
Average base salary
$26.43
- Hour
- Day
- Week
- Month
- Year
Average $26.43
Low $11.58
High $60.31
The average salary for a freelance writer is $26.43 per hour in the United States. 184 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 10, 2026).
Highest paying companies for Freelance Writer in United States
Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.Omnicom Health Group
$208,000per year
Hill & Knowlton
$208,000per year
Mexico Lindo
$120,000per year
RELX Group
$117,000per year
MERCOR
$112,667per year
Trideum Corporation
$104,000per year
