eGigHow much does content writing cost?
Content Writing costs ₹400 to ₹12,000 per 1,000 words with a freelancer (about $5–$140), depending on the scope and the freelancer’s experience. Most clients pay in the standard range of ₹1,500–₹4,000 per 1,000 words.
Content Writing prices
Blog post or article researched online, with basic SEO
SEO article with keyword research, headings, meta title and description, and image ideas
Expert content on finance, health, law or tech, with interviews and sources
Hourly rates
| Level | Rate per hour | In dollars |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner (under 2 years) | ₹250–₹500 | $3–$6 |
| Intermediate (2–5 years) | ₹500–₹1,000 | $6–$12 |
| Expert (5+ years) | ₹1,000–₹2,500 | $12–$30 |
Typical 2026 freelance prices in rupees (₹), with dollars at about ₹85 to $1. Delivery: 1–5 days per article.
What changes the price
- Topic difficulty: technical, medical and finance writing pays more
- Research, keyword planning and SEO extras
- Word count and how many rounds of edits
- Regular monthly orders get a lower rate per word
How to hire for content writing
- Write a short brief. Say what you need, what you will provide and your deadline. We have filled in a template for you on the next step.
- Post the project free with a budget range. Freelancers with this skill are told about it and send proposals with their price and timeline.
- Compare proposals. Check portfolios, reviews and the ID-verified badge, and message your top two or three before you choose.
- Agree milestones on the contract and pay each one when you approve the work. eGig takes no commission from either side.
Freelancers: what should you charge?
Quote per 1,000 words and say what is included (research, SEO, images, edits). It stops the “just one more change” spiral.
Start near the basic range while you build reviews, then move up a tier every 5–10 good reviews. Work out a rate that covers your costs and taxes with the freelance rate calculator.
Common questions
How much does content writing cost?
With a freelancer, content writing costs ₹400–₹1,500 per 1,000 words for basic work, ₹1,500–₹4,000 for standard work and ₹4,000–₹12,000 for premium work. Hourly rates run from ₹250 to ₹2,500 an hour.
How long does content writing take?
Typically 1–5 days per article, depending on the scope, the number of revisions and how quickly you send feedback and material.
Is a freelancer cheaper than an agency?
Usually. A freelancer often costs 30–60% less than an agency for the same scope, because there is no office, sales team or account manager to pay for. An agency makes sense when you need several skills managed together.
Should I pay a fixed price or by the hour?
Pay a fixed price when the scope is clear, and split it into milestones you approve one by one. Pay by the hour for ongoing or open-ended work, with a weekly cap.