How much does a writer and author make in Arizona?
$55,990a year
Median yearly pay for writer and authors in Arizona. That is $26.92 an hour or $4,666 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.92
- Vs. national median
- -27%
- Rank among states
- 37 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 600
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,300Median: $55,990Highest 10%: $90,990
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,300 | $20.34 | |
| 25th | $47,340 | $22.76 | |
| Median | $55,990 | $26.92 | |
| 75th | $74,570 | $35.85 | |
| 90th | $90,990 | $43.75 |
Cities in Arizona
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Phoenix, AZ | $58,870 |
| Tucson, AZ | $47,990 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for writer and authors.
| 34. Missouri | $58,140 |
| 35. South Dakota | $56,700 |
| 36. Idaho | $56,360 |
| 37. Arizona | $55,990 |
| 38. Mississippi | $54,180 |
| 39. South Carolina | $51,920 |
| 40. North Dakota | $50,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a writer and author make an hour in Arizona?
The median hourly pay in Arizona is $26.92 ($55,990 a year).
Do writer and authors make more in Arizona than the national average?
No: $55,990 against $76,910 nationally, 27% less.
Where does Arizona rank for writer and author pay?
Arizona ranks 37 of 43 states.
Which city in Arizona pays writer and authors the most?
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ, with a median of $58,870 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.