Writer Salary in New Bedford, MA

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How much does a Writer make in New Bedford, MA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Writer in New Bedford, MA is $78,531. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $70,137 to $88,401, with most professionals earning between $62,495 and $97,387.

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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 New Bedford, MA

Average Base Salary

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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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 New Bedford, MA. The base salary for Writer ranges from $70,137 to $88,401 with the average base salary of $78,531. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $72,252 to $92,074 with the average total cash compensation of $81,266.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $78,531 $70,137 - $88,401
Bonus $2,735 $2,115 - $3,673
Total Pay $81,266 $72,252 - $92,074
* 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 New Bedford, MA

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO New Bedford, MA
CITY, STATE Fall River, MA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $70,137 - $88,401 COMPARE TO New Bedford, MA 0%
CITY, STATE Tiverton, RI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $70,071 - $88,317 COMPARE TO New Bedford, MA
CITY, STATE Taunton, MA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $71,859 - $90,571 COMPARE TO New Bedford, MA
CITY, STATE Newport, RI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,645 - $87,781 COMPARE TO New Bedford, MA
CITY, STATE East Providence, RI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,888 - $86,826 COMPARE TO New Bedford, MA
CITY, STATE Plymouth, MA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $71,114 - $89,632 COMPARE TO New Bedford, MA
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About New Bedford, Massachusetts    New Bedford is a city in Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 95,072, making it the....More

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