How much does a Content Writer make in Springfield, MA?

Updated Sep 10, 2023

Experience

Industry

Total Pay Range
$47K - $76K/yr
Base Pay
$45K - $72K/yr
Additional Pay
$2K - $4K/yr

$60K

/yr
$47K$76K
Most Likely Range

The estimated total pay for a Content Writer is $59,617 per year in the Springfield, MA area, with an average salary of $56,591 per year. These numbers represent the median, which is the midpoint of the ranges from our proprietary Total Pay Estimate model and based on salaries collected from our users. The estimated additional pay is $3,026 per year. Additional pay could include cash bonus, commission, tips, and profit sharing. The "Most Likely Range" represents values that exist within the 25th and 75th percentile of all pay data available for this role.

How accurate is this most likely Total Pay range (base + additional) of $47K-$76K/yr?

Total Pay Trajectory

For Content Writer in Springfield, MA

$59,617 /yr
Content Writer
$80,727 /yr
Senior Content Writer
$70,593 /yr
Lead Content Writer
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What is the total pay trajectory for Content Writer?

Job TitleSalary
Content Writer$59,617 /yr
Senior Content Writer$80,727 /yr
Lead Content Writer$70,593 /yr

Related Job Titles

For Content Writer in Springfield, MA

Some related job titles are Content Writer/Editor Salaries with median pay of $62,111, Content Manager Salaries with median pay of $75,554, Web Content Writer Salaries with median pay of $57,913, Content Developer Salaries with median pay of $63,433.

Total Pay Trajectory

For Content Writer in Springfield, MA

$59,617 /yr
Content Writer
$80,727 /yr
Senior Content Writer
$70,593 /yr
Lead Content Writer
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What is the total pay trajectory for Content Writer?

Job TitleSalary
Content Writer$59,617 /yr
Senior Content Writer$80,727 /yr
Lead Content Writer$70,593 /yr

What are total pay estimates for a Content Writer at different companies in Springfield, MA?

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Freelancer
4.2
Content WriterSee 2 salaries from this location

$52,085

 / yr
QNARY
3.4
Content WriterSee 1 salary from this location

$27

 / hr

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Content Writer in Springfield, MA Salaries

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Freelancer Content Writer salaries - 2 salaries reportedSpringfield, MA$52,085/yr
QNARY Content Writer salaries - 1 salaries reportedSpringfield, MA$27/hr
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Years at Recent Employer

Submitted

Date or Time

Content Creator

Springfield, MA

 | 1-3 years

$20

/hr

Submitted 8 days ago

1-3 years
8 days ago
Content Creator/Producer

Springfield, MA

 | 15+ years

$70,000

/yr

Submitted 14 days ago

15+ years
14 days ago
Content Writer

Springfield, MA

 | 1-3 years

$80,000

/yr

Submitted 20 days ago

1-3 years
20 days ago
Website Content Coordinator

Springfield, MA

 | 4-6 years

$42,750

/yr

$42K | $750

Submitted 29 days ago

4-6 years
29 days ago
Content Writer

Springfield, MA

 | 15+ years

$35

/hr

Submitted 36 days ago

15+ years
36 days ago
Bilingual Content Writer

Springfield, MA

 | 1-3 years

$20

/hr

Submitted 37 days ago

1-3 years
37 days ago
Content Writer

Springfield, MA

 | 1-3 years

$30

/hr

Submitted 40 days ago

1-3 years
40 days ago

Content Writer pay FAQ in Springfield, MA

The average salary for a Content Writer is $59,617 per year in Springfield, MA. Salaries estimates are based on 5972 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by a Content Writer employees in Springfield, MA.

The highest salary for a Content Writer in Springfield, MA is $75,886 per year.

The lowest salary for a Content Writer in Springfield, MA is $46,968 per year.

If you are thinking of becoming a Content Writer or planning the next step in your career, find details about the role, the career path and salary trajectory of a Content Writer.

Content writers earn similar pay to technical writers, journalists and marketing communication specialists. Extensive work experience, a strong writing sample or a portfolio of past work can help an applicant to command higher pay. Successful content writers can move into positions as editors, or make additional income from blogging outside their normal working hours.

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Content writers count work/life balance, flexibility, and advancement potential as beneficial parts of their jobs, and about 66% of professionals feel satisfied with their salaries. In addition to salary, content writers can earn an additional $3,025.99 every year, which helps boost their annual earnings.

Over time, a content writer makes between $37,908.44 and $94,120.66 across all education and experience levels, with the average professional earning $59,617.31 every year following the typical content writer's career path. Senior content writers earn more annually after gaining experience and developing job-specific skills. At this level, you can have an even higher potential for earnings and benefits.

Seeking a higher salary as a content writer? Your strongest asset is your writing portfolio, so create a solid example of your best work. You can earn more by selecting a niche, such as finance or lifestyle, and gaining experience there. Your portfolio should make it clear that you're the best match for the job, so the work inside should align with the role you want, not the role you have. Tailor your portfolio for each position to highlight how your unique skills will stand out in that role. The better you align with a given position and the more industry and job-specific skills you gain, the higher your earnings.

How do you score a higher salary in your content writer job after an offer? As a freelance or contract professional, you establish your own rates. If you're working for an established company, your negotiating power generally falls within the 10 to 20% range. In both situations, demonstrate your talent and skill through your professional portfolio. This should highlight your best work and always align with the job and salary level you're seeking. If you're currently an entry-level content writer and want to progress, for instance, your portfolio should showcase your best projects from the past year, prove marketable skills, and demonstrate a higher level of work than the previous year's.

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