How much does a writer and author make in Idaho?
$56,360a year
Median yearly pay for writer and authors in Idaho. That is $27.10 an hour or $4,697 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.10
- Vs. national median
- -27%
- Rank among states
- 36 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,660Median: $56,360Highest 10%: $108,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,660 | $21.47 | |
| 25th | $48,770 | $23.45 | |
| Median | $56,360 | $27.10 | |
| 75th | $69,120 | $33.23 | |
| 90th | $108,900 | $52.35 |
Cities in Idaho
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boise City, ID | $61,650 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for writer and authors.
| 33. Oklahoma | $58,770 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a writer and author make an hour in Idaho?
The median hourly pay in Idaho is $27.10 ($56,360 a year).
Do writer and authors make more in Idaho than the national average?
No: $56,360 against $76,910 nationally, 27% less.
Where does Idaho rank for writer and author pay?
Idaho ranks 36 of 43 states.
Which city in Idaho pays writer and authors the most?
Boise City, ID, with a median of $61,650 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.