How much does a Ghost Writer make in Richmond, VA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Ghost Writer in Richmond, VA is $54,115. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $45,201 to a high of $62,667, with most professionals earning between $49,449 and $58,592.

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Ghost Writer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Ghost Writer Salary $45,201 Richmond,VA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Ghost Writer Salary $49,449 Richmond,VA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Ghost Writer Salary $54,115 Richmond,VA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Ghost Writer Salary $58,592 Richmond,VA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Ghost Writer Salary $62,667 Richmond,VA April 01, 2025
25% $49,449 10% $45,201 90% $62,667 75% $58,592 $54,115 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 Richmond, VA. The base salary for Ghost Writer ranges from $49,449 to $58,592 with the average base salary of $54,115. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $49,449 to $58,592 with the average total cash compensation of $54,115.

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