Creative Salaries (2024)
Compare salaries across 3 creative roles. National median pay, total employment, and links to city-by-city breakdowns.
Creative Roles by Salary
| Rank | Role | SOC Code | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Writer/Author | 27-3043 | $75,395 | 19,770 |
| 2 | Public Relations Specialist | 27-3031 | $74,078 | 147,800 |
| 3 | Graphic Designer | 27-1024 | $66,852 | 105,110 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The highest paying creative role is Writer/Author with a national median salary of $75,395. This is based on 2024 BLS occupational wage data across all tracked metro areas.
There are approximately 272,680 creative positions across 3 roles tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The average median salary across all creative roles is $72,108.
Creative roles have an average median salary of $72,108. The highest paid role (Writer/Author) earns $75,395, while the lowest starts at $66,852. Pay varies significantly by specific role, city, and experience level.
Salary data from BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. Roles grouped by BLS occupational category.