As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Scriptwriter in Burlington, VT is $61,587, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,184 weekly, or $5,132 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 Burlington, VT vary widely, spanning from $44,374 to $71,398. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($52,577) and 75th percentile ($66,723), while top earners (90th percentile) make $71,398 per year. This $14,146 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, Burlington Scriptwriter often earn 2.9% higher than national averages. However, Burlington currently ranks 303 statewide for Scriptwriter job salary. 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 $44,374 Burlington, VT July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $52,577 Burlington, VT July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $61,587 Burlington, VT July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $66,723 Burlington, VT July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $71,398 Burlington, VT 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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Scriptwriter in Burlington, VT. The base salary for Scriptwriter ranges from $52,577 to $66,723 with the average base salary of $61,587. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $57,212 to $76,098 with the average total cash compensation of $66,035.

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About Burlington, Vermont    Burlington is the most populous city in the U.S. state of Vermont and the seat of Chittenden County. It is located 45 miles (72 km) south of the Canad....More

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