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Copywriter Salary in United States

Copywriters craft persuasive words for ads, websites, and brand campaigns. The United States median is $78,300 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$78,300
per year
Monthly (national)
$6,500
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$105,000
Washington DC, DC
Hourly (national)
$37.64
varies by city

Copywriter salary by city in United States

CityPer year
Washington DC, DC$105,000
Los Angeles, CA$98,800
San Diego, CA$94,500
Chicago, IL$83,400
Philadelphia, PA$79,000
The Bronx, NY$78,300
Jacksonville, FL$78,300
Fort Worth, TX$78,300
Houston, TX$73,000
Dallas, TX$72,900
Phoenix, AZ$72,800
San Antonio, TX$63,800

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a copywriter make in United States?
The national median copywriter salary in United States is about $78,300 per year ($6,500 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about $63,800 to $105,000.
Which United States city pays copywriters the most?
Washington DC, DC pays the most at about $105,000 per year.
Which United States city pays copywriters the least?
Among cities we cover, San Antonio, TX is on the lower end at about $63,800 per year for a copywriter.
What is the typical salary range for a copywriter in United States?
Across United States cities we cover, copywriter pay commonly spans from about $41,800 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $161,000 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many United States cities have copywriter salary data?
Pay by Role publishes copywriter pay for 12 cities in United States, all shown in USD.
Is copywriter in demand in United States?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +4% over the next decade. Related creative roles on Pay by Role include Graphic Designer, Architect, Video Editor.