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Educational Writer

Average Educational Writer Salary

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$53,617
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$36k
MEDIAN
$54k
90%
$83k

The average salary for an Educational Writer is $53,617 in 2025

Base Salary
$36k - $83k
Bonus
$297 - $9k
Profit Sharing
$147 - $17k
Commission
$107 - $4k
Total Pay
$32k - $88k
Based on 2,447 salary profiles (last updated Sep 05 2023)
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3.8 out of 5
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Common Health Benefits for a Educational Writer

Medical
67%
Dental
59%
Vision
54%
None
32%

Gender Breakdown for Educational Writers

Female
73.9%
Male
23.5%
Prefer to self-define
2.7%
This data is based on 938 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Educational Writers

What is the highest pay for Educational Writers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Educational Writer is $83k / year

What is the lowest pay for Educational Writers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Educational Writer is $36k / year

How can Educational Writers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Educational Writer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Educational Writer that oversees more junior Educational Writers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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