How much does a writer and author make in Colorado?
$76,830a year
Median yearly pay for writer and authors in Colorado. That is $36.94 an hour or $6,403 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.94
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 1,300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,810Median: $76,830Highest 10%: $132,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,810 | $20.58 | |
| 25th | $51,710 | $24.86 | |
| Median | $76,830 | $36.94 | |
| 75th | $95,420 | $45.88 | |
| 90th | $132,600 | $63.76 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fort Collins, CO | $102,600 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $83,770 |
| Boulder, CO | $83,540 |
| Greeley, CO | $82,060 |
| Denver, CO | $69,100 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for writer and authors.
| 10. New Jersey | $81,590 |
| 11. Oregon | $80,540 |
| 12. Pennsylvania | $77,410 |
| 13. Colorado | $76,830 |
| 14. Indiana | $75,820 |
| 15. Georgia | $74,710 |
| 16. Minnesota | $72,810 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a writer and author make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $36.94 ($76,830 a year).
Do writer and authors make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $76,830 against $76,910 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Colorado rank for writer and author pay?
Colorado ranks 13 of 43 states.
Which city in Colorado pays writer and authors the most?
Fort Collins-Loveland, CO, with a median of $102,600 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.