Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners Salary in the United States
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for gambling and sports book writers and runners in the United States was $34,980 ($16.82 per hour), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $22,090 | $10.62 |
| 25th | $28,150 | $13.54 |
| Median | $34,980 | $16.82 |
| 75th | $44,840 | $21.56 |
| 90th | $48,270 | $23.21 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 39-3012
- Total U.S. employment: 8,950
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
How to interpret these figures
Pay spans a wide range: workers at the 10th percentile earn about $22,090, while those at the 90th percentile earn about $48,270 — a 2.2x gap between entry-level and top earners.
Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $35,640 | $17.14 | +1.9% | 260 |
| California | $44,860 | $21.57 | +28.2% | 1,480 |
| Colorado | $34,450 | $16.56 | -1.5% | 0 |
| Connecticut | $34,420 | $16.55 | -1.6% | 70 |
| Florida | $34,160 | $16.42 | -2.3% | 0 |
| Illinois | $34,610 | $16.64 | -1.1% | 130 |
| Indiana | $32,730 | $15.73 | -6.4% | 90 |
| Iowa | $37,440 | $18.00 | +7.0% | 100 |
| Kansas | $31,550 | $15.17 | -9.8% | 40 |
| Kentucky | $37,910 | $18.22 | +8.4% | 60 |
| Louisiana | $26,620 | $12.80 | -23.9% | 180 |
| Maryland | $35,230 | $16.94 | +0.7% | 0 |
| Massachusetts | $47,720 | $22.94 | +36.4% | 0 |
| Michigan | $37,720 | $18.13 | +7.8% | 0 |
| Minnesota | $35,370 | $17.00 | +1.1% | 350 |
| Mississippi | $28,340 | $13.63 | -19.0% | 110 |
| Montana | $22,030 | $10.59 | -37.0% | 1,050 |
| Nebraska | $29,670 | $14.27 | -15.2% | 360 |
| Nevada | $37,500 | $18.03 | +7.2% | 1,440 |
| New Jersey | $48,260 | $23.20 | +38.0% | 90 |
| New York | $54,740 | $26.32 | +56.5% | 100 |
| North Dakota | $30,640 | $14.73 | -12.4% | 110 |
| Ohio | $38,460 | $18.49 | +9.9% | 360 |
| Pennsylvania | $30,690 | $14.75 | -12.3% | 90 |
| South Carolina | $33,650 | $16.18 | -3.8% | 130 |
| South Dakota | $30,620 | $14.72 | -12.5% | 80 |
| Texas | $30,660 | $14.74 | -12.3% | 440 |
| Washington | $42,180 | $20.28 | +20.6% | 220 |
| West Virginia | $19,740 | $9.49 | -43.6% | 180 |
| Wisconsin | $47,250 | $22.72 | +35.1% | 80 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for gambling and sports book writers and runners?
The median annual wage for gambling and sports book writers and runners is $34,980 ($16.82 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2025.
Which state pays gambling and sports book writers and runners the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many gambling and sports book writers and runners are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 8,950 gambling and sports book writers and runners employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do gambling and sports book writers and runners make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $16.82. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.