Writer Salary in Omaha, NE

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How much does a Writer make in Omaha, NE?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Writer in Omaha, NE is $70,614. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $63,068 to $79,488, with most professionals earning between $56,197 and $87,568.

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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 Omaha, NE

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
63068
79488
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Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
64971
82794
73077
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 Omaha, NE. The base salary for Writer ranges from $63,068 to $79,488 with the average base salary of $70,614. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $64,971 to $82,794 with the average total cash compensation of $73,077.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $70,614 $63,068 - $79,488
Bonus $2,462 $1,903 - $3,305
Total Pay $73,077 $64,971 - $82,794
* 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 Omaha, NE

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Omaha, NE
CITY, STATE Bellevue, NE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $62,699 - $79,024 COMPARE TO Omaha, NE
CITY, STATE Council Bluffs, IA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $62,699 - $79,024 COMPARE TO Omaha, NE
CITY, STATE Fremont, NE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $61,704 - $77,770 COMPARE TO Omaha, NE
CITY, STATE Lincoln, NE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $62,146 - $78,326 COMPARE TO Omaha, NE
CITY, STATE Sioux City, IA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,570 - $72,559 COMPARE TO Omaha, NE
CITY, STATE Norfolk, NE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,973 - $71,807 COMPARE TO Omaha, NE
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About Omaha, Nebraska    Omaha (/ˈoʊməhɑː/ OH-mə-hah) is the largest city in the state of Nebraska and the county seat of Douglas County. Omaha is located in the Midwestern Un....More

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