How much does a Ghost Writer make in Portland, ME?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Ghost Writer in Portland, ME is $55,972. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $46,753 to a high of $64,818, with most professionals earning between $51,146 and $60,602.

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Ghost Writer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Ghost Writer Salary $46,753 Portland,ME April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Ghost Writer Salary $51,146 Portland,ME April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Ghost Writer Salary $55,972 Portland,ME April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Ghost Writer Salary $60,602 Portland,ME April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Ghost Writer Salary $64,818 Portland,ME April 01, 2025
25% $51,146 10% $46,753 90% $64,818 75% $60,602 $55,972 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Ghost Writer ?

A ghostwriter is a person who writes under someone else's name with their consent. Celebrities often employ ghostwriters to produce autobiographies. Ghost Writer or Ghostwriter may also refer to:...

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  1. This Job:

    Ghost Writer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Technical Writer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Ghost Writer in Portland, ME. The base salary for Ghost Writer ranges from $51,146 to $60,602 with the average base salary of $55,972. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $51,146 to $60,602 with the average total cash compensation of $55,972.

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