Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers
Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.
Median salary
$76,910/yr
Typical range
$58,230 – $101,950
Education
Bachelor's degree
Time to entry
About 4 years
What a Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers does
Craft original poems, song lyrics, and creative prose that express emotion, tell stories, or explore ideas in artistic ways. Work independently or collaborate with musicians, publishers, and producers.
Education & path
The typical entry point is a bachelor's degree. About 4 years.
Estimated cost of that path: ~$40,000. Estimated payback: ~3 years. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.
Related careers
- Public Relations Specialists — $74,750/yr
- Editors — $77,920/yr
- Interpreters and Translators — $60,170/yr
- Writers and Authors — $76,910/yr
- Technical Writers — $90,390/yr
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