What are the main factors that influence a Website Content Writer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for a Website Content Writer?

Website Content Writer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Website Content Writer roles are District of Columbia $58,149, California $57,929, Massachusetts $57,157. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Website Content Writer roles make?

Salaries for Website Content Writer level roles vary by specialization: Website Content Manager: $125,069; Digital Content Writer IV: $108,396; Digital Content Writer III: $90,154; Content Writer: $74,127; Digital Content Writer II: $72,879.

Website Content Writer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Website Content Writer make in District of Columbia?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Website Content Writer in District of Columbia is $58,149 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, a Website Content Writer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $70,331
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,092 to $64,526
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,488

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Website Content Writer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,526	$5,377	$1,241	$31
Average	$58,149	$4,846	$1,118	$28
25th Percentile	$53,092	$4,424	$1,021	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Website Content Writer Salaries

A Website Content Writer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Website Content Writer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Website Content Writers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $58,149.
California: $57,929.
Massachusetts: $57,157.

District of Columbia $58,149 California $57,929 Massachusetts $57,157 Washington $56,946 New Jersey $56,925 Alaska $56,852 Connecticut $56,127 New York $55,833

Hawaii $54,893 Rhode Island $54,452 Maryland $54,152 Minnesota $53,743 Colorado $53,585 Illinois $53,533 Oregon $53,333 Delaware $53,186

New Hampshire $53,094 Virginia $52,887 Pennsylvania $52,283 Nevada $51,978 North Dakota $51,878 Michigan $51,721 Wisconsin $51,663 Vermont $51,547

Texas $51,227 Maine $51,206 Arizona $51,175 Ohio $51,138 Georgia $50,655 Indiana $50,413 Wyoming $50,366 Utah $50,292

Iowa $50,261 Kansas $50,009 Louisiana $49,935 North Carolina $49,909 Missouri $49,898 Florida $49,694 Montana $49,583 Nebraska $49,478

Kentucky $49,420 South Carolina $49,210 Tennessee $49,079 Idaho $49,027 New Mexico $48,643 Oklahoma $48,559 Alabama $48,249 South Dakota $47,729

Arkansas $47,446 West Virginia $47,293 Mississippi $46,837

Website Content Writer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Website Content Writer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on February 01, 2026

$53,092

Average $58,149/year

$64,526

$4,424

Average $4,846/month

$5,377

$1,021

Average $1,118/week

$1,241

$26

Average $28/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,526	$5,377	$1,241	$31
Average	$58,149	$4,846	$1,118	$28
25th Percentile	$53,092	$4,424	$1,021	$26

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