As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Scriptwriter in Jackson, MS is $54,200, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,042 weekly, or $4,517 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Scriptwriter in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Scriptwriter in Jackson, MS vary widely, spanning from $38,993 to $62,786. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($46,240) and 75th percentile ($58,694), while top earners (90th percentile) make $62,786 per year. This $12,454 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, Jackson Scriptwriter often earn 0.3% lower than national averages. However, Jackson currently ranks 762 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 $38,993 Jackson, MS March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $46,240 Jackson, MS March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $54,200 Jackson, MS March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $58,694 Jackson, MS March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $62,786 Jackson, MS March 01, 2026
25% $46,240 10% $38,993 90% $62,786 75% $58,694 $54,200 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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    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 Jackson, Mississippi    Jackson is located primarily in northeastern Hinds County, with small portions in Madison and Rankin counties. The Pearl River forms most of the easte....More

Jackson, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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