How much does a writer and author make in New Jersey?
$81,590a year
Median yearly pay for writer and authors in New Jersey. That is $39.23 an hour or $6,799 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.23
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 1,180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,770Median: $81,590Highest 10%: $128,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,770 | $23.93 | |
| 25th | $60,610 | $29.14 | |
| Median | $81,590 | $39.23 | |
| 75th | $103,100 | $49.58 | |
| 90th | $128,800 | $61.93 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Trenton, NJ | $90,060 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $84,130 |
| Atlantic City, NJ | $60,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for writer and authors.
| 7. Washington | $85,700 |
| 8. Massachusetts | $85,260 |
| 9. Virginia | $85,000 |
| 10. New Jersey | $81,590 |
| 11. Oregon | $80,540 |
| 12. Pennsylvania | $77,410 |
| 13. Colorado | $76,830 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a writer and author make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $39.23 ($81,590 a year).
Do writer and authors make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $81,590 against $76,910 nationally, 6% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for writer and author pay?
New Jersey ranks 10 of 43 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays writer and authors the most?
Trenton-Princeton, NJ, with a median of $90,060 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.