How much does a writer and author make in Louisiana?
$89,520a year
Median yearly pay for writer and authors in Louisiana. That is $43.04 an hour or $7,460 a month.
- Hourly
- $43.04
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 480
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,740Median: $89,520Highest 10%: $114,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,740 | $14.30 | |
| 25th | $55,860 | $26.86 | |
| Median | $89,520 | $43.04 | |
| 75th | $106,000 | $50.95 | |
| 90th | $114,800 | $55.20 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New Orleans, LA | $79,020 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $76,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for writer and authors.
| 2. Maryland | $104,300 |
| 3. Connecticut | $98,460 |
| 4. Vermont | $94,430 |
| 5. Louisiana | $89,520 |
| 6. California | $86,480 |
| 7. Washington | $85,700 |
| 8. Massachusetts | $85,260 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a writer and author make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $43.04 ($89,520 a year).
Do writer and authors make more in Louisiana than the national average?
Yes: $89,520 against $76,910 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Louisiana rank for writer and author pay?
Louisiana ranks 5 of 43 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays writer and authors the most?
New Orleans-Metairie, LA, with a median of $79,020 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.