Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners

Occupation

$30,460

National Median Salary

$14.65

Median Hourly Wage

7,600

Total Employment

Salary Distribution

$22,200

$24,960

$30,460

$36,310

$45,900

10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile

Salary Trend (2019-2024)

+23.1%

5 Year Change

$24,750

2019 Median

$30,460

2024 Median

Best Paying Industries Industry Wage Growth Best Paying States Fastest Growing States Where This Career Pays Above Average

Top Paying Industries for Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners

Industry	Annual Median	Employment
Spectator Sports	$38,640	700
Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries	$37,630	730
Other Amusement and Recreation Industries	$34,770	—
Social Assistance	$33,610	—
Traveler Accommodation	$33,280	1,360

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Top Paying States for Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners

State	Annual Median	Employment
New York	$53,120	160
Massachusetts	$45,690	—
Wisconsin	$44,820	70
Washington	$39,970	230
New Jersey	$39,800	—

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