How much does a writer and author make in Arkansas?
$47,970a year
Median yearly pay for writer and authors in Arkansas. That is $23.06 an hour or $3,998 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.06
- Vs. national median
- -38%
- Rank among states
- 43 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,560Median: $47,970Highest 10%: $79,350
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,560 | $14.69 | |
| 25th | $39,150 | $18.82 | |
| Median | $47,970 | $23.06 | |
| 75th | $62,790 | $30.19 | |
| 90th | $79,350 | $38.15 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $58,480 |
| Fayetteville, AR | $50,720 |
| Little Rock, AR | $47,210 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for writer and authors.
| 40. North Dakota | $50,860 |
| 41. Wyoming | $49,650 |
| 42. Kentucky | $48,780 |
| 43. Arkansas | $47,970 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a writer and author make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $23.06 ($47,970 a year).
Do writer and authors make more in Arkansas than the national average?
No: $47,970 against $76,910 nationally, 38% less.
Where does Arkansas rank for writer and author pay?
Arkansas ranks 43 of 43 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays writer and authors the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $58,480 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.