How much does a Proposal Writer make in California? The average Proposal Writer salary in California is $82,901 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $74,401 and $93,201. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Proposal Writer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Proposal Writer Salary $66,662 CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Proposal Writer Salary $74,401 CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Proposal Writer Salary $82,901 CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Proposal Writer Salary $93,201 CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Proposal Writer Salary $102,579 CA March 26, 2024
25% $74,401 10% $66,662 90% $102,579 75% $93,201 $82,901 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Proposal Writer prepares contract proposals in accordance with business goals and objectives, administers major contracts, documents. Develops resources, researches funding sources, and writes proposals to a variety of organizations. Being a Proposal Writer may negotiate contractual provisions with potential partners. Assists in monitoring proposal process, ensures funder's policies and legal requirements are followed. In addition, Proposal Writer requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Being a Proposal Writer gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Working as a Proposal Writer typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $79,155 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $80,281 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $83,135 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $79,005 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $76,977 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $81,934 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $79,380 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $74,799 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $91,621 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $91,396 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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