As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Scriptwriter in Ackworth, IA is $59,164, equivalent to $28 per hour, $1,138 weekly, or $4,930 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Scriptwriter in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Scriptwriter in Ackworth, IA vary widely, spanning from $42,628 to $68,589. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($50,509) and 75th percentile ($64,097), while top earners (90th percentile) make $68,589 per year. This $13,588 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Presentation or Programming, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Ackworth Scriptwriter often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Scriptwriter Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $42,628 Ackworth, IA July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $50,509 Ackworth, IA July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $59,164 Ackworth, IA July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $64,097 Ackworth, IA July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $68,589 Ackworth, IA July 01, 2026
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What is a Scriptwriter ?

A screenplay writer (also called screenwriter for short), scriptwriter or scenarist, is a writer who practices the craft of screenwriting, writing screenplays on which mass media, such as films, television programs and video games, are based....

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    Scriptwriter

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Senior Producer

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Ackworth, Iowa    Ackworth is a city in Warren County, Iowa, United States. The population was 83 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Des Moines–West Des Moines Metro....More

Ackworth, Iowa  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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