Writer Salary in Wilmington, DE

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How much does a Writer make in Wilmington, DE?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Writer in Wilmington, DE is $77,446. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $69,169 to $87,178, with most professionals earning between $61,634 and $96,039.

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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 Wilmington, DE

Average Base Salary

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77446

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
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90803
80146
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 Wilmington, DE. The base salary for Writer ranges from $69,169 to $87,178 with the average base salary of $77,446. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $71,256 to $90,803 with the average total cash compensation of $80,146.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $77,446 $69,169 - $87,178
Bonus $2,701 $2,087 - $3,625
Total Pay $80,146 $71,256 - $90,803
* 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 Wilmington, DE

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Wilmington, DE
CITY, STATE New Castle, DE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,633 - $87,763 COMPARE TO Wilmington, DE
CITY, STATE Newark, DE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,580 - $87,696 COMPARE TO Wilmington, DE
CITY, STATE Delaware City, DE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,580 - $87,696 COMPARE TO Wilmington, DE
CITY, STATE Bear, DE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,554 - $87,663 COMPARE TO Wilmington, DE
CITY, STATE Middletown, DE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,590 - $87,709 COMPARE TO Wilmington, DE
CITY, STATE West Chester, PA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,501 - $87,596 COMPARE TO Wilmington, DE
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About Wilmington, Delaware    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 17.0 square miles (44 km2). Of that, 10.9 square miles (28 km2) is land and....More

Wilmington, Delaware  area prices were up 1.0% from a year ago

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