How much does a writer and author make in Albany?
$78,050a year
Median yearly pay for writer and authors in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro area. That is $37.52 an hour or $6,504 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.52
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 29 of 122
- Jobs in the area
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,010Median: $78,050Highest 10%: $131,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,010 | $23.08 | |
| 25th | $58,580 | $28.16 | |
| Median | $78,050 | $37.52 | |
| 75th | $101,200 | $48.63 | |
| 90th | $131,800 | $63.37 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for writer and authors.
| Syracuse, NY | $71,520 |
| Rochester, NY | $68,600 |
| Buffalo, NY | $65,630 |
Related jobs in Albany
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Musician and Singer | $111,900 |
| Art Director | $101,300 |
| Technical Writer | $90,500 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designer | $84,080 |
| Producer and Director | $78,810 |
| Editor | $77,570 |
| Interpreter and Translator | $69,470 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $68,240 |
| Media and Communication Worker | $67,220 |
| Graphic Designer | $63,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a writer and author make an hour in Albany?
The median hourly pay in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro area is $37.52 ($78,050 a year).
Do writer and authors make more in Albany than the national average?
Yes: $78,050 against $76,910 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Albany rank for writer and author pay?
29 of 122 metro areas with data.
How much does a writer and author make starting out in Albany?
The lowest-paid 10% make $48,010 or less a year; the top 10% make $131,800 or more.
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.