Freelance Content Writer
Annual salary range
₹1 Lakh - ₹7.5 Lakhs
Very High Confidence 
Very High Confidence means the data is based on a large number of latest salaries.
AmbitionBox
Search
Reviews
- Reviews
- Salaries
- Interview Questions
- About Company
- Benefits
- Jobs
- Office Photos
- Community
All Filters Freelance Content Writer Salary in India (Updated 2025)
Based on 2.5k
salaries
• Updated:
11 Jun 2025
Select an experience to get the exact salary
Salary of majority employees
Freelance Content Writer Salary in India ranges between ₹1 Lakh to ₹7.5 Lakhs for 1 year of experience to 9 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 2.5k latest salaries received from Freelance Content...
Read more
Explore on this page
Top paying companies 
Popular companies 
Latest annual salaries 
Salaries by experience 
Jobs available
Similar designations 
Salary related reviews 
Top interview questions 
| Company name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
Pepper Content Freelance Content Writer Salary
2 years exp |  | |
Self Practice Freelance Content Writer Salary
2 years exp | | |
 Freelance Content Writer Salary
2 years exp | | |
 Freelance Content Writer Salary
2 years exp | | |
 Freelance Content Writer Salary
2 years exp | | |
Is this list helpful? | ||
View more companies
| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
|
0 -
10
yrs
exp.
(466 salaries)
|
₹1.2 L/yr - ₹9.6 L/yr | |
0 -
4
yrs
exp.
(57 salaries)
|
₹0.9 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr | |
Login to view exact salary
| ||
|
1 -
12
yrs
exp.
(40 salaries)
|
₹1.5 L/yr - ₹7.4 L/yr | |
|
1 -
8
yrs
exp.
(36 salaries)
|
₹2 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr | |
|
1 -
10
yrs
exp.
(25 salaries)
|
₹1.5 L/yr - ₹8.3 L/yr | |
1 -
6
yrs
exp.
(22 salaries)
|
₹1.5 L/yr - ₹4.3 L/yr | |
|
1 -
9
yrs
exp.
(20 salaries)
|
₹1 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr | |
1 -
6
yrs
exp.
(14 salaries)
|
₹1.8 L/yr - ₹4.1 L/yr | |
Login to view exact salary
| ||
Latest annual salaries shared by Freelance Content Writers
3d ago
Freelancer.com
Freelance Content Writer
4 years exp.
₹4.5
Lakhs
5d ago
OpenSource Technologies
Freelance Content Writer
9 years exp.
₹4.5
Lakhs
5d ago
IIM SKILLS
Freelance Content Writer
1 year exp.
₹0.9
Lakh
6d ago
Freelancer.com
Freelance Content Writer
8 years exp.
₹10.3
Lakhs
6d ago
Freelancer.com
Freelance Content Writer
6 years exp.
₹3.6
Lakhs
1w ago
Freelancer.com
Freelance Content Writer
2 years exp.
1w ago
Freelancer.com
Freelance Content Writer
5 years exp.
1w ago
Freelancer.com
Freelance Content Writer
7 years exp.
1w ago
SiliconIndia
Freelance Content Writer
6 years exp.
2w ago
Independent
Freelance Content Writer
9 years exp.
View all latest salaries
Freelance Content Writer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
1
year
(408
salaries)
| ₹0.9 L/yr - ₹5.2 L/yr |
2
years
(478
salaries)
| ₹1 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr |
Login to view exact salary
| |
3
years
(420
salaries)
| ₹1 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr |
4
years
(314
salaries)
| ₹1.5 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr |
5
years
(286
salaries)
| ₹1.7 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr |
View all salaries by experience
Freelance Content Writer Jobs in India
Freelance Content Writer
· 1-5 years
Ascent Web Portal Pvt Ltd
New Delhi
Freelance Content Writer
· 1-4 years
EchoFeel
Mumbai
Freelance Content Writer
· 1-4 years
BlueBit Systems
Mumbai
Similar Designation Salary
| Similar Designation | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Senior Content Writer Salary
2 -
10
years
exp.
(5.6k salaries)
| ₹2.6 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
Freelance Writer Salary
1 -
11
years
exp.
(510 salaries)
| ₹1 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
Login to view exact salary
| |
Technical Content Writer Salary
0 -
7
years
exp.
(1.8k salaries)
| ₹1.7 L/yr - ₹9.1 L/yr |
Web Content Writer Salary
0 -
5
years
exp.
(504 salaries)
| ₹1.2 L/yr - ₹5.2 L/yr |
Academic Content Writer Salary
0 -
5
years
exp.
(1.1k salaries)
| ₹1.4 L/yr - ₹4.8 L/yr |
View more similar designations
Salary related reviews by similar designations like Freelance Content Writer
Collegedunia
Senior Content Writer
• posted on 10 Aug 2023
Likes
Their benefits are great and on-time salary.
- Salary - Good
+1 more
Dislikes
The department heads are always reluctant to communicate with employees sitting on the lower level of the hierarchy.
- Job security - Poor
Collegedunia
Content Writer
• posted on 08 Aug 2017
Likes
Work culture is very cool like puts the earphones and continues your task.
- Skill development - Good
+1 more
- Job security - Bad
+1 more
Collegedunia
Content Writer
• posted on 29 Oct 2020
Likes
They put some employees on Furlough but thankfully I was not in that list. They also deducted salary of employees whose salary is more than 30,000.
read more- Salary - Excellent
+6 more
Dislikes
The Team Leaders are inefficient and lack empathy. Favouritism and licking culture due to some old employees. Rest every things is fine. If you manage to butter people, you will survive happily here.
read moreCollegedunia
Content Writer
• posted on 19 Oct 2022
Likes
Cool people to work with. Salary on time 8 hrs works no overtime needed Comforting jobs and CEO is friendly
read more- Work-life balance - Good
Dislikes
Job insecurity No long term goal Job based development is poor Hire and Fire
- Skill development - Poor
+1 more
Top skills for Freelance Content Writer
Freelance Content Writer Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
New Delhi
Freelance Content Writer
1 -
9
years
exp.
| ₹1 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr |
Kolkata
Freelance Content Writer
1 -
9
years
exp.
| ₹1 L/yr - ₹5.3 L/yr |
Login to view exact salary
| |
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Freelance Content Writer
1 -
9
years
exp.
| ₹1 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr |
Mumbai
Freelance Content Writer
1 -
9
years
exp.
| ₹1.2 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr |
Chennai
Freelance Content Writer
1 -
9
years
exp.
| ₹1 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr |
View more
Freelance Content Writer Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Internet Freelance Content Writer
1 -
9
years
exp.
| ₹1 L/yr - ₹7.2 L/yr |
IT Services & Consulting Freelance Content Writer
1 -
9
years
exp.
| ₹1.1 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr |
Login to view exact salary
| |
Financial Services Freelance Content Writer
1 -
9
years
exp.
| ₹1 L/yr - ₹7.4 L/yr |
Education & Training Freelance Content Writer
1 -
9
years
exp.
| ₹1.2 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr |
EdTech Freelance Content Writer
1 -
9
years
exp.
| ₹1.5 L/yr - ₹6.4 L/yr |
View more
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Freelance Content Writer Salaries
What is the salary of a Freelance Content Writer in India?
The salary of a Freelance Content Writer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Freelance Content Writer salaries ranges from ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 2.5k salaries received from various Freelance Content Writers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 2.5k salaries received from various Freelance Content Writers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Freelance Content Writers?
Freelance Content Writer Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Pepper Content Freelance Content Writer Salary | ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹6 Lakhs per year |
| Self Practice Freelance Content Writer Salary | ₹1.3 Lakhs to ₹6 Lakhs per year |
| Freelancer.com Freelance Content Writer Salary | ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year |
| Upwork Freelance Content Writer Salary | ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹5 Lakhs per year |
| N+A Freelance Content Writer Salary | ₹3 Lakhs to ₹5.5 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Freelance Content Writer in India?
The annual salary for Freelance Content Writer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Freelance Content Writer are
Salary expectations for Freelance Content Writer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Freelance Content Writer Salary in Jaipur | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹6.2 Lakhs per year |
| Freelance Content Writer Salary in Noida | ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹8.2 Lakhs per year |
| Freelance Content Writer Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year |
| Freelance Content Writer Salary in Pune | ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹8.5 Lakhs per year |
| Freelance Content Writer Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹8.3 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Freelance Content Writer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Freelance Content Writer in India are:
| Freelance Content Writer Salary in Content Development | ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year |
| Freelance Content Writer Salary in Internet | ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹7.2 Lakhs per year |
| Freelance Content Writer Salary in Advertising / PR / Events | ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹8.4 Lakhs per year |
| Freelance Content Writer Salary in Marketing & Advertising | ₹0.7 Lakhs to ₹6.5 Lakhs per year |
| Freelance Content Writer Salary in EdTech | ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹6.4 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Freelance Content Writer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Freelance Content Writer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Freelance Content Writer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Freelance Content Writer salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 1 year | ₹0.9 Lakhs to ₹5.2 Lakhs per year |
| 2 years | ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹5.5 Lakhs per year |
| 3 years | ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year |
| 4 years | ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year |
Tell us how to improve this page.
Popular Tools
Q1. Have you ever worked on any cryptocurrency or digital marketing niche?
asked in
ThePendits
View answer (1) Q2. Are you flexible with keyword research? If so, how do you conduct it?
asked in
ThePendits
View answer (1) Q3. How you edit your content? Is there any specific tools you use?
asked in
ThePendits
View answer (1) - Home >
- Salaries >
- Freelance Content Writer Salary
Rate your company