Investigative Writer information
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$11.63 - $17.96
18% of jobs
$18.95 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$17.96 - $24.30
47% of jobs
$24.30 - $30.64
7% of jobs
$32.54 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$30.64 - $36.98
10% of jobs
$36.98 - $43.31
5% of jobs
$43.31 - $49.65
5% of jobs
$49.65 - $55.99
3% of jobs
$55.99 - $62.33
0% of jobs
$62.33 - $68.66
0% of jobs
How much do investigative writer jobs pay per hour?
As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for investigative writer in the United States is $30.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.47 and $37.26 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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