Ghost Writer Salary in the United States

Ghost Writer Salary

How much does a Ghost Writer make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Ghost Writer in the United States is $55,605. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $46,446 to a high of $64,393, with most professionals earning between $50,811 and $60,205.

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Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Ghost Writer Salary $46,446 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Ghost Writer Salary $50,811 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Ghost Writer Salary $55,605 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Ghost Writer Salary $60,205 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Ghost Writer Salary $64,393 US April 01, 2025
25% $50,811 10% $46,446 90% $64,393 75% $60,205 $55,605 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Ghost Writer ?

A ghostwriter is a person who writes under someone else's name with their consent. Celebrities often employ ghostwriters to produce autobiographies. Ghost Writer or Ghostwriter may also refer to:...

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    Ghost Writer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Ghost Writer in the United States. The base salary for Ghost Writer ranges from $50,811 to $60,205 with the average base salary of $55,605. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $50,811 to $60,205 with the average total cash compensation of $55,605.

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