As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Staff Writer in Missouri is $63,106, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,214 weekly, or $5,259 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Staff Writer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Staff Writer in Missouri vary widely, spanning from $52,421 to $77,115. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($57,513) and 75th percentile ($70,439), while top earners (90th percentile) make $77,115 per year. This $12,926 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Digital Content, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Missouri Staff Writer often earn 5.0% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 30 companies. However, Missouri currently ranks 37 nationwide for Staff Writer 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
Staff Writer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Staff Writer Salary $52,421 MO January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Staff Writer Salary $57,513 MO January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Staff Writer Salary $63,106 MO January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Staff Writer Salary $70,439 MO January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Staff Writer Salary $77,115 MO January 01, 2026
25% $57,513 10% $52,421 90% $77,115 75% $70,439 $63,106 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Staff Writer ?

In journalism, a staff writer byline indicates that the author of the article is an employee of the periodical, as opposed to being an independent freelance writer. In Britain, staff writers may work in the office instead of traveling to cover a beat. In an advertising agency, copywriting is the main responsibility of staff writers. In television, a staff writer is the probationary, entry-level position in the "writers room"; that is, the team that creates a television series....

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Saint Peters, MO Avg. Salary $65,735 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Adrian, MO Avg. Salary $66,208 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Advance, MO Avg. Salary $65,700 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Agency, MO Avg. Salary $66,201 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Alba, MO Avg. Salary $60,256 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Albany, MO Avg. Salary $66,208 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Aldrich, MO Avg. Salary $60,256 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Alexandria, MO Avg. Salary $64,226 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Allendale, MO Avg. Salary $66,633 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Allenton, MO Avg. Salary $65,700 Date Updated January 01, 2026
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