Salaries//Copywriter

Copywriter salary in US

Average Base Salary in US

$72,341
$6,381
Additional Cash Compensation
$78,722
Total Compensation
Median: 68,000
Min: $38K
Max: $230K

How Much Does a Copywriter Make in US?

The average salary for a Copywriter in US is $72,341. The average additional cash compensation for a Copywriter in US is $6,381. The average total compensation for a Copywriter in US is $78,722. Copywriter salaries are based on responses gathered by Built In from anonymous Copywriter employees in US.

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best-paying cities for Copywriter

The metropolitan areas that pay the highest salaries for software engineers are New York City, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Colorado Springs and Princeton-Trenton.
City NameAverage SalaryCompared to National Average
New York City, NY$94,700
+ 28% (67,752)
San Francisco, CA$92,577
+ 27% (67,752)
Los Angeles, CA$90,347
+ 25% (67,752)
Colorado Springs$85,000
+ 20% (67,752)
Princeton-Trenton$85,000
+ 20% (67,752)
Fort Collins$85,000
+ 20% (67,752)
Austin, TX$79,818
+ 15% (67,752)
Seattle, WA$74,900
+ 10% (67,752)
Remote$72,429
+ 6% (67,752)
Atlanta, GA$72,286
+ 6% (67,752)

Copywriter Salary by gender

The average Copywriter salary for women is $70,461 and the average Copywriter salary for men is $82,687.

Copywriter Salary by Years of Experience

The average salary for a Copywriter with 7+ years of experience is $84,446. The average salary for <1 year of experience is $61,250.

Copywriter Salary ranges

The most common Copywriter salary in US is between $70k - $80k.

Average Marketing salaries in US

Job TitleAverage SalarySalary Range
Marketing Assistant$44,231
Min: $43K
Max: $47K
SEO Specialist$54,809
Min: $38K
Max: $130K
Marketing Coordinator$59,132
Min: $34K
Max: $115K
Public Relations Specialist$61,160
Min: $37K
Max: $140K
Marketing Associate$61,448
Min: $36K
Max: $150K
Marketing Specialist$61,733
Min: $51K
Max: $100K
Event Planner$64,225
Min: $40K
Max: $168K
Market Research Analyst$64,949
Min: $60K
Max: $73K
Marketing Analyst$65,755
Min: $62K
Max: $69K
Community Manager$67,271
Min: $36K
Max: $162K
Copywriter$72,341
Min: $38K
Max: $230K
Social Media Manager$72,834
Min: $40K
Max: $160K
Marketing Project Manager$77,384
Min: $74K
Max: $86K
Email Marketing Manager$78,333
Min: $48K
Max: $200K
SEO Manager$80,083
Min: $50K
Max: $200K
Public Relations Manager$82,992
Min: $44K
Max: $210K
Content Marketing Manager$85,587
Min: $40K
Max: $210K
Digital Marketing Manager$86,601
Min: $45K
Max: $175K
Marketing Manager$91,163
Min: $36K
Max: $210K
Marketing Operations Manager$95,952
Min: $48K
Max: $220K
Brand Manager$103,555
Min: $37K
Max: $265K
Senior Marketing Manager$116,721
Min: $65K
Max: $250K
Product Marketing Manager$117,712
Min: $55K
Max: $325K
Senior Product Marketing Manager$138,444
Min: $70K
Max: $325K
Director of Marketing$146,058
Min: $50K
Max: $300K
Director of Product Marketing$170,965
Min: $90K
Max: $534K
Vice President of Marketing$197,636
Min: $116K
Max: $505K
CMO (Chief Marketing Officer)$225,189
Min: $80K
Max: $485K

FAQ

Q:

What is a copywriter?

A.
A copywriter creates content for various company needs, writing informative and engaging materials across web, print, social media, and more.
Q:

How to become a copywriter?

A.
Though not required, many copywriters hold a bachelor's degree in English, journalism, or communications and typically have experience writing for a company, publication, or organization of some kind.
Q:

How much does a copywriter make?

A.

The salary range for a copywriter is $38K-230K. The average salary for a Copywriter in US is $72,341.

Career Info

Copywriter jobs in US

Associate Copywriter

Remote
2 weeks ago
$57,500 - $63,500
Annually
What is Teachable? Teachable is a no-code platform for creators who want to build a more impactful business through courses, coaching, downloadable content, and community. With Teachable, creators can engage their online audiences and get paid-on their own terms. Today, tens of thousands of creators use Teachable to share their knowledge and, to date, have reached more than 46 million students around the world. Are you ready to join a dynamic

Copywriter

Needham, MA, United States
1 day ago
Our purpose is to positively impact people’s lives every day in every home around the world! We work very hard to provide our consumers with high-quality, exciting 5-star products that make life easier. We thrive on passion and innovation and are looking for great people, with great ideas, who want to build the next big thing and develop while they do. Our mission to positively impact people's lives every day in every home around the world allows

Copywriter

New York City, NY
4 days ago
$97,000 - $106,700
Annually
Who We Are At Justworks, you’ll enjoy a welcoming and casual environment, great benefits, wellness program offerings, company retreats, and the ability to interact with and learn from leaders in the startup community. We work hard and care about our most prized asset - our people. We’re helping businesses get off the ground by enabling them to focus on running their business. We solve HR issues. We’re data-driven and never stop iterating. If you’d

Copywriter

Atlanta, GA
1 week ago
At PrizePicks, we are the fastest growing sports company in North America, as recognized by Inc. 5000. As the leading platform for Daily Fantasy Sports, we cover a diverse range of sports leagues, including the NFL, NBA, and Esports titles like League of Legends and CS:GO. Our team of over 350 employees thrives in an inclusive culture that values individuals from diverse backgrounds, regardless of their level of sports fandom. Ready to reimagine

Copywriter

Boston, MA
1 week ago
At WHOOP, we're on a mission to unlock human performance. WHOOP empowers our members to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives through science-backed research, data and daily habit tracking. As a Copywriter at WHOOP, you will work closely with our marketing team to craft both short-form marketing copy and long-form editorial pieces across multiple channels such as email, social, blog, podcast, and

Freelance Copywriter

Remote
1 day ago
$43 - $48
hour
Welcome to Million Dollar Baby Co.!   We started in 1990 and are proudly family-owned and operated in Los Angeles. Over 30 years later, MDB has grown to 8 distinct brands of children's furnishings ranging in style, aesthetic, and price point, while carrying some of the industry's most eco-conscious and award-winning designs. We can be found in mass retailers like Target and Amazon to your local mom-and-pop baby shop to specialty retailers like

Copywriter (B2B)

Peninsula
1 week ago
$86,000 - $120,000
Annually
Company DescriptionFreshworks makes it fast and easy for businesses to delight their customers and employees. We do this by taking a fresh approach to building and delivering software that is affordable, quick to implement, and designed for the end user. Headquartered in San Mateo, California, Freshworks has a global team operating from 13 global locations to serve more than 65,000 companies -- from startups to public companies - that rely on

Contractor - Copywriter & Content Marketing

Remote
4 days ago
DescriptionAs the Content Marketing Contractor at Tufin, you will be responsible for developing and executing content strategies that engage and educate our target audiences. Tufin is a leading network security policy management organization that caters to cybersecurity and network security professionals. You will be responsible for creating compelling and informative content that positions us as a thought leader in the network security policy

Copywriter (Sr Associate)

New York City, NY
1 week ago
$56,600 - $103,800
Annually
The Trade Desk is changing the way global brands and their agencies advertise to audiences around the world. How? With a media buying platform that helps brands deliver a more insightful and relevant ad experience for consumers - and sets a new standard for global reach, accuracy, and transparency. We are proud of the culture we have built. We value the unique experiences and perspectives that each person brings to The Trade Desk, and we are

Copywriting Co-Op

Boston, MA
1 week ago
THE ROLE: Copywriting Co-Op **This role is for current Northeastern undergrad students only** A Copywriter charged with bringing our brands to life through words. This position will help write and copyedit a broad range of content, including our event titles, daily SMS and push notifications, email subject lines, and more. What you’ll Do... With the guidance of Copywriters, Senior Copywriter, apply Rue La La and Gilt voice to original copy for our

Sr. Copywriter (REMOTE)

Woodland Hills, CA or Remote
2 weeks ago
$92,100 - $122,800
Annually
Where A-Players Thrive. Golden Hippo is the dynamic force behind 20+ health, beauty, and pet care brands that generate over $1 billion in revenue annually. With our passionate employee-owners and unwavering commitment to creating top-notch products, we're revolutionizing the direct-to-consumer market and empowering individuals to live their healthiest, happiest lives. We’re Looking For A: A Sr. Copywriter with the ability to combine fresh and

Email/SMS Copywriter

Los Angeles, CA
3 weeks ago
About ElectriqElectriq, a DRINKS company, is a retention and growth agency built for the forward-thinking DTC brand. Electriq's proprietary process utilizes custom growth-focused plans for clients to increase customer lifetime value and build a strong, sustainable platform for growth. Electriq is one of the fastest-growing agencies in North America.DRINKS powers digital commerce for the $250 billion alcohol market. The company enables alcohol

Skills that affect Copywriter salaries in US

1
Ad Copy
2% have this skill
2
Copywriting
1% have this skill
3
Brand Marketing & Strategy
0% have this skill
4
B2B content
0% have this skill
5
Marketing Research & Strategy
0% have this skill
6
Content Marketing
0% have this skill

Average Copywriter Salary by Company Size

People with the job title Copywriter make the most at companies with 501-1,000 employees, earning $75,655 on average.

Recent Copywriter salaries in US

$48,000
Yearly Salary
A Copywriter reported a yearly salary of $48,000
1-3 Years of Experience
Female
201-500 Employees
Memphis, TN
$62,219
Yearly Salary
A Copywriter reported a yearly salary of $62,219
7+ Years of Experience
Male
501-1,000 Employees
Portland, OR
$71,489
Yearly Salary
A Web Copywriter reported a yearly salary of $71,489
1-3 Years of Experience
Female
51-200 Employees
Los Angeles, CA
$91,000
Yearly Salary
A Copywriter reported a yearly salary of $91,000
5-7 Years of Experience
Male
501-1,000 Employees
Chicago, IL
$100,000
Yearly Salary
A Copywriter reported a yearly salary of $100,000 with +$10,000 in additional cash compensation
201-500 Employees
New York City, NY
$85,000
Yearly Salary
A Copywriter & Brand Specialist reported a yearly salary of $85,000
7+ Years of Experience
Female
1,000+ Employees
Remote
1-5 Reports
$85,000
Yearly Salary
A Copywriter reported a yearly salary of $85,000 with +$3,000 in additional cash compensation
1-3 Years of Experience
Male
1,000+ Employees
Princeton-Trenton
$77,000
Yearly Salary
A Copywriter reported a yearly salary of $77,000
5-7 Years of Experience
Female
1,000+ Employees
New York City, NY
$90,000
Yearly Salary
A Copywriter reported a yearly salary of $90,000
7+ Years of Experience
Male
11-50 Employees
Remote
$80,000
Yearly Salary
A Content Analyst reported a yearly salary of $80,000 with +$15,000 in additional cash compensation
1-3 Years of Experience
Female
11-50 Employees
New York City, NY