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Grant writer salary in United States (Updated 2026)

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

Average base salary

$64,056
Average $64,056
Low $44,731
High $91,730

The average salary for a grant writer is $64,056 per year in the United States. 943 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 5, 2026).

Grant Writer job openings in United States

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Grant Writer
Tohono O'odham Nation3.5out of 5 stars.
Sells, AZ
From $68,845.92 a year
Full-time
4 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Grant Writer in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Easterseals Northern Californi...
 
$312,000per year
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Gloucester County Special Serv...
 
$260,000per year
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Lynn Shelter Association
 
$234,000per year
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Gary Comer Youth Center
 
$234,000per year
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PUTNAM NORTHERN WESTCHESTER BO...
 
$182,000per year
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STV Group
 
$171,215per year
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Highest paying cities for Grant Writers near United States

  1. Washington, DC
    $80,802 per year
  2. Austin, TX
    $79,657 per year
  3. San Diego, CA
    $76,336 per year
  4. New York, NY
    $73,553 per year
  5. Denver, CO
    $65,936 per year

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Senior Grant Writer

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