Writer Salary in Milwaukee, WI

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How much does a Writer make in Milwaukee, WI?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Writer in Milwaukee, WI is $74,512. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $66,548 to $83,876, with most professionals earning between $59,297 and $92,403.

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What is a Writer?

A Writer is a person who uses written words in various styles and techniques to communicate their ideas. Writers produce various forms of literary art and creative writing such as novels, short stories, poetry, plays, screenplays, and essays as well as various reports and news articles that may be of interest to the public. Writers' texts are published across a range of media. Skilled writers who are able to use language to express ideas well, often contribute significantly to the cultural content of a society. The term "Writer" is also used elsewhere in the arts – such as songwriter – bu...

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Average Salary Range for Writer in Milwaukee, WI

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What is the average salary for Writer in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Writer in Milwaukee, WI. The base salary for Writer ranges from $66,548 to $83,876 with the average base salary of $74,512. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $68,554 to $87,361 with the average total cash compensation of $77,107.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $74,512 $66,548 - $83,876
Bonus $2,595 $2,007 - $3,485
Total Pay $77,107 $68,554 - $87,361
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Writer Salary Near Milwaukee, WI

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Milwaukee, WI
CITY, STATE Waukesha, WI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $66,302 - $83,566 COMPARE TO Milwaukee, WI
CITY, STATE Racine, WI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,254 - $80,986 COMPARE TO Milwaukee, WI
CITY, STATE Kenosha, WI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,254 - $80,986 COMPARE TO Milwaukee, WI
CITY, STATE Waukegan, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $65,378 - $82,402 COMPARE TO Milwaukee, WI
CITY, STATE Janesville, WI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,194 - $80,910 COMPARE TO Milwaukee, WI
CITY, STATE Mount Prospect, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,455 - $86,281 COMPARE TO Milwaukee, WI
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About Milwaukee, Wisconsin    Milwaukee lies along the shores and bluffs of Lake Michigan at the confluence of three rivers: the Menomonee, the Kinnickinnic, and the Milwaukee. Sma....More

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