How much does a writer and author make in Colorado Springs?
$83,770a year
Median yearly pay for writer and authors in the Colorado Springs, CO metro area. That is $40.27 an hour or $6,981 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.27
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among cities
- 19 of 122
- Jobs in the area
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,180Median: $83,770Highest 10%: $126,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,180 | $23.16 | |
| 25th | $59,820 | $28.76 | |
| Median | $83,770 | $40.27 | |
| 75th | $98,630 | $47.42 | |
| 90th | $126,900 | $61.00 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for writer and authors.
| Fort Collins, CO | $102,600 |
| Boulder, CO | $83,540 |
| Denver, CO | $69,100 |
Related jobs in Colorado Springs
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Media and Communication Equipment Worker | $118,300 |
| Musician and Singer | $106,600 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designer | $98,220 |
| Technical Writer | $96,100 |
| Art Director | $93,090 |
| Editor | $75,590 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $75,550 |
| Interpreter and Translator | $67,560 |
| Interior Designer | $66,440 |
| Producer and Director | $64,380 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a writer and author make an hour in Colorado Springs?
The median hourly pay in the Colorado Springs, CO metro area is $40.27 ($83,770 a year).
Do writer and authors make more in Colorado Springs than the national average?
Yes: $83,770 against $76,910 nationally, 9% more.
How does Colorado Springs compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $76,830, so Colorado Springs pays 9% more.
Where does Colorado Springs rank for writer and author pay?
19 of 122 metro areas with data.
How much does a writer and author make starting out in Colorado Springs?
The lowest-paid 10% make $48,180 or less a year; the top 10% make $126,900 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.