As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Scriptwriter in Missoula, MT is $57,419, equivalent to $28 per hour, $1,104 weekly, or $4,785 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 Missoula, MT vary widely, spanning from $41,371 to $66,565. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($49,019) and 75th percentile ($62,206), while top earners (90th percentile) make $66,565 per year. This $13,187 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, Missoula Scriptwriter often earn 0.3% lower than national averages. However, Missoula currently ranks 584 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 $41,371 Missoula, MT July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $49,019 Missoula, MT July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $57,419 Missoula, MT July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $62,206 Missoula, MT July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $66,565 Missoula, MT 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 Missoula, MT. The base salary for Scriptwriter ranges from $49,019 to $62,206 with the average base salary of $57,419. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $53,340 to $70,947 with the average total cash compensation of $61,566.

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About Missoula, Montana    Missoula is located at the western edge of Montana approximately 45 miles (70 km) from the Idaho border. The city is at an elevation of 3,209 feet (97....More

Missoula, Montana  area prices were up 3.1% from a year ago

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