As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Scriptwriter in Cedar Rapids, IA is $58,338, equivalent to $28 per hour, $1,122 weekly, or $4,862 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 Cedar Rapids, IA vary widely, spanning from $42,033 to $67,630. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($49,803) and 75th percentile ($63,202), while top earners (90th percentile) make $67,630 per year. This $13,399 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, Cedar Rapids Scriptwriter often earn 0.0% lower than national averages. However, Cedar Rapids currently ranks 520 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 $42,033 Cedar Rapids, IA July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $49,803 Cedar Rapids, IA July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $58,338 Cedar Rapids, IA July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $63,202 Cedar Rapids, IA July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $67,630 Cedar Rapids, IA July 01, 2026
25% $49,803 10% $42,033 90% $67,630 75% $63,202 $58,338 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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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  1. This Job:

    Scriptwriter

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    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 Cedar Rapids, IA. The base salary for Scriptwriter ranges from $49,803 to $63,202 with the average base salary of $58,338. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $54,194 to $72,083 with the average total cash compensation of $62,551.

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About Cedar Rapids, Iowa    The city is divided into four quadrants, used in addressing. 1st Avenue (U.S. Route 151 Business) divides the north and south sides of the city, and t....More

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