Hourly Wage for Freelance Copywriter Salary in the United States

Hourly Wage for Freelance Copywriter Salary

How much does a Freelance Copywriter make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Freelance Copywriter in the United States is $28 as of April 24, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $26 and $32. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Freelance Copywriter Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Freelance Copywriter Salary $23 US April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Freelance Copywriter Salary $26 US April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Freelance Copywriter Salary $28 US April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Freelance Copywriter Salary $32 US April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Freelance Copywriter Salary $36 US April 24, 2024
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What is a Freelance Copywriter ?

Copywriting is the act of writing text for the purpose of advertising or other forms of marketing. The product, called copy, is written content that aims to increase brand awareness and ultimately persuade a person or group to take a particular action. Copywriters help create billboards, brochures, catalogs, jingle lyrics, magazine and newspaper advertisements, sales letters and other direct mail, scripts for television or radio commercials, taglines, white papers, social media posts, and other marketing communications....

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  • Robert Half - Raleigh, NC
    We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Contract Copywriter with a strong understanding of the financial services sector. The successful ...
    - 5 Days Ago
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    Experience Required: 2yrs L&D RN experience required. Shift: **Days & Nights available (12hr shifts). Additional Information: **3 months temp housing avail...
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    Experience Required: 2yrs ER RN experience required. Shift: **Days & Nights available (12hr shifts). Additional Information: **3 months temp housing availa...
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  • Desert Vista Dental - Scottsdale, AZ
    Desert Vista Dental is hiring a full-time Dental Assistant. We have a well-established office with a great team and patients. Some of your daily responsibi...
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    Experience Required: Previous hospice education experience. Experience with online platforms like Microsoft Teams. Shift: Days. Office based position. Core...
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  1. This Job:

    Freelance Copywriter

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Copywriter II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Average Hourly Wage

Core compensation

 
 
 
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28

Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation

Includes base and short-term incentives

 
 
 
26
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29
These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of Freelance Copywriter in the United States. The average hourly rate for Freelance Copywriter ranges from $26 to $32 with the average hourly pay of $28. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $26 to $33 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $29.
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