How much does a Science Writer make in Washington, DC?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Science Writer in Washington, DC is $93,632. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $75,850 to a high of $113,965, with most professionals earning between $84,324 and $104,275.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Science Writer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Science Writer Salary $75,850 Washington,DC April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Science Writer Salary $84,324 Washington,DC April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Science Writer Salary $93,632 Washington,DC April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Science Writer Salary $104,275 Washington,DC April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Science Writer Salary $113,965 Washington,DC April 01, 2025
25% $84,324 10% $75,850 90% $113,965 75% $104,275 $93,632 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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 Science Writer in Washington, DC. The base salary for Science Writer ranges from $84,324 to $104,275 with the average base salary of $93,632. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $84,324 to $104,275 with the average total cash compensation of $93,632.

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About Washington, District of Columbia    Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area....More

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