How much does a writer and author make in Alabama?
$66,950a year
Median yearly pay for writer and authors in Alabama. That is $32.19 an hour or $5,579 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.19
- Vs. national median
- -13%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,830Median: $66,950Highest 10%: $115,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,830 | $19.15 | |
| 25th | $51,840 | $24.92 | |
| Median | $66,950 | $32.19 | |
| 75th | $93,550 | $44.98 | |
| 90th | $115,200 | $55.39 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Montgomery, AL | $76,710 |
| Birmingham, AL | $64,460 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for writer and authors.
| 19. Texas | $69,990 |
| 20. Illinois | $68,220 |
| 21. Florida | $68,080 |
| 22. Alabama | $66,950 |
| 23. Ohio | $65,930 |
| 24. Kansas | $65,840 |
| 25. Nebraska | $65,470 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a writer and author make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $32.19 ($66,950 a year).
Do writer and authors make more in Alabama than the national average?
No: $66,950 against $76,910 nationally, 13% less.
Where does Alabama rank for writer and author pay?
Alabama ranks 22 of 43 states.
Which city in Alabama pays writer and authors the most?
Montgomery, AL, with a median of $76,710 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.