How much does a writer and author make in Nebraska?
$65,470a year
Median yearly pay for writer and authors in Nebraska. That is $31.48 an hour or $5,456 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.48
- Vs. national median
- -15%
- Rank among states
- 25 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,230Median: $65,470Highest 10%: $93,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,230 | $21.26 | |
| 25th | $55,290 | $26.58 | |
| Median | $65,470 | $31.48 | |
| 75th | $77,260 | $37.14 | |
| 90th | $93,600 | $45.00 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $67,390 |
| Lincoln, NE | $60,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for writer and authors.
| 22. Alabama | $66,950 |
| 23. Ohio | $65,930 |
| 24. Kansas | $65,840 |
| 25. Nebraska | $65,470 |
| 26. Utah | $64,530 |
| 27. West Virginia | $64,410 |
| 28. Wisconsin | $64,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a writer and author make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $31.48 ($65,470 a year).
Do writer and authors make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $65,470 against $76,910 nationally, 15% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for writer and author pay?
Nebraska ranks 25 of 43 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays writer and authors the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $67,390 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.