How much does a Sports Writer make in Washington, DC? The average Sports Writer salary in Washington, DC is $36,344 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $31,981 and $41,642. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Sports Writer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Sports Writer Salary $28,008 Washington,DC March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Sports Writer Salary $31,981 Washington,DC March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Sports Writer Salary $36,344 Washington,DC March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Sports Writer Salary $41,642 Washington,DC March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Sports Writer Salary $46,465 Washington,DC March 26, 2024
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What is a Sports Writer ?

Sports journalism is a form of writing that reports on sporting topics and competitions. Sports journalism is the essential element of many news media organizations. While the sports department (along with entertainment news) within some newspapers has been mockingly called the toy department, because sports journalists do not concern themselves with the 'serious' topics covered by the news desk, sports coverage has grown in importance as sport has grown in wealth, power, and influence. Also, some media organizations are devoted entirely to sports reporting — newspapers and magazines such a...

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Turner & Townsend - Washington , DC
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Cayuse Holdings - Washington , DC
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