English / Literature Degree — Jobs & Salaries

Career paths for English and literature graduates in writing, editing, education, and communications.

Avg. Median Salary

$81,378

Highest Paying

$133,660

Entry-Level

$60,170

Career Paths

Career Paths with a English / Literature Degree

#	Job Title	Median Salary	Salary Range	Jobs
1	Advertising and Promotions Managers	$133,660	$63,300 – $286,240	21,470
2	Technical Writers	$90,390	$57,440 – $145,270	45,500
3	Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists	$78,760	$43,390 – $155,480	899,580
4	Editors	$77,920	$41,250 – $153,700	91,690
5	Postsecondary Teachers, All Other	$77,640	$44,300 – $160,700	149,840
6	Writers and Authors	$76,910	$44,310 – $139,870	47,940
7	Public Relations Specialists	$74,750	$44,110 – $135,150	283,380
8	News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists	$62,200	$36,240 – $144,140	39,250
9	Interpreters and Translators	$60,170	$37,070 – $103,660	52,060

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS. Degree-to-occupation mapping based on common career paths.