How much does a writer and author make in Memphis?
$58,480a year
Median yearly pay for writer and authors in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area. That is $28.12 an hour or $4,873 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.12
- Vs. national median
- -24%
- Rank among cities
- 102 of 122
- Jobs in the area
- 170
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,220Median: $58,480Highest 10%: $94,560
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,220 | $20.30 | |
| 25th | $49,210 | $23.66 | |
| Median | $58,480 | $28.12 | |
| 75th | $77,230 | $37.13 | |
| 90th | $94,560 | $45.46 |
Other cities in Tennessee
Median yearly pay for writer and authors.
| Nashville, TN | $63,270 |
| Knoxville, TN | $63,080 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $61,400 |
Related jobs in Memphis
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Technical Writer | $90,710 |
| Art Director | $89,860 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designer | $67,830 |
| Interpreter and Translator | $66,720 |
| News Analyst | $62,560 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $61,000 |
| Producer and Director | $60,440 |
| Graphic Designer | $59,000 |
| Interior Designer | $58,600 |
| Editor | $56,420 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a writer and author make an hour in Memphis?
The median hourly pay in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area is $28.12 ($58,480 a year).
Do writer and authors make more in Memphis than the national average?
No: $58,480 against $76,910 nationally, 24% less.
How does Memphis compare with the rest of Tennessee?
The median in Tennessee is $58,870, so Memphis pays 1% less.
Where does Memphis rank for writer and author pay?
102 of 122 metro areas with data.
How much does a writer and author make starting out in Memphis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $42,220 or less a year; the top 10% make $94,560 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.