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Copywriter Salary in Birmingham, Alabama

The median copywriter salary in Birmingham, AL is $58,500 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 3.4% above the Alabama state average.

City Median
$58,500
vs State Avg
+$1,950
vs National
$-6,500
Cost of Living
90%

Copywriter Salary in Birmingham by Experience

In Birmingham, an entry-level copywriter earns around $34,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $100,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$34,200
$-3,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$60,300
$-6,700 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$100,800
$-11,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Birmingham, AL

Percentile Birmingham
10th Percentile $32,400
25th Percentile $43,200
Median (50th) $58,500
75th Percentile $81,000
90th Percentile $106,200

Copywriter Salary in Other Alabama Cities

Huntsville, AL
$59,800
Pop. 216,963
Tuscaloosa, AL
$57,200
Pop. 101,129
Montgomery, AL
$55,900
Pop. 200,603
Mobile, AL
$55,250
Pop. 187,041

How to Become a Copywriter in Birmingham

Education

Most copywriter positions require a bachelor's degree. Birmingham and the surrounding Alabama area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

CopywritingBrand VoiceSEOContent StrategyEditingCreative Thinking

Job Outlook

Nationally, copywriter employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Birmingham may vary based on local industry and population growth.