How much does a writer and author make in Oklahoma?
$58,770a year
Median yearly pay for writer and authors in Oklahoma. That is $28.25 an hour or $4,898 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.25
- Vs. national median
- -24%
- Rank among states
- 33 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,230Median: $58,770Highest 10%: $98,230
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,230 | $18.38 | |
| 25th | $43,640 | $20.98 | |
| Median | $58,770 | $28.25 | |
| 75th | $76,950 | $37.00 | |
| 90th | $98,230 | $47.23 |
Cities in Oklahoma
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Oklahoma City, OK | $64,100 |
| Tulsa, OK | $63,780 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for writer and authors.
| 30. North Carolina | $63,660 |
| 31. Iowa | $61,010 |
| 32. Tennessee | $58,870 |
| 33. Oklahoma | $58,770 |
| 34. Missouri | $58,140 |
| 35. South Dakota | $56,700 |
| 36. Idaho | $56,360 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a writer and author make an hour in Oklahoma?
The median hourly pay in Oklahoma is $28.25 ($58,770 a year).
Do writer and authors make more in Oklahoma than the national average?
No: $58,770 against $76,910 nationally, 24% less.
Where does Oklahoma rank for writer and author pay?
Oklahoma ranks 33 of 43 states.
Which city in Oklahoma pays writer and authors the most?
Oklahoma City, OK, with a median of $64,100 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.