As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Scriptwriter in Saint Paul, MN is $63,375, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,219 weekly, or $5,281 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 Saint Paul, MN vary widely, spanning from $45,662 to $73,470. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($54,103) and 75th percentile ($68,659), while top earners (90th percentile) make $73,470 per year. This $14,556 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, Saint Paul Scriptwriter often earn 1.6% higher than national averages. However, Saint Paul currently ranks 232 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 $45,662 Saint Paul, MN July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $54,103 Saint Paul, MN July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $63,375 Saint Paul, MN July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $68,659 Saint Paul, MN July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Scriptwriter Salary $73,470 Saint Paul, MN 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 Saint Paul, MN. The base salary for Scriptwriter ranges from $54,103 to $68,659 with the average base salary of $63,375. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $58,873 to $78,307 with the average total cash compensation of $67,952.

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