Freelancer employees working as Proofreader in US have attributed a compensation and benefits rating of 2.7 out of 5 stars, based on 5 ratings. This is 31% lower than the average of Proofreader professionals at Freelancer worldwide.
The salary trajectory of a Proofreader ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $0 per year (estimate) and goes up to $0 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
The estimated average salary for a Proofreader at Freelancer is $62,814 per year or $30 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly $95,195 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between $50,741 (25th percentile) and $78,324 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 10 salaries submitted by Freelancer Proofreader professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jul 2026.
Proofreader professionals typically earn between $24 and $38 per hour.
Proofreader professionals typically earn between $4,228 and $6,527 monthly.
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