How much does a writer and author make in Oregon?
$80,540a year
Median yearly pay for writer and authors in Oregon. That is $38.72 an hour or $6,712 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.72
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 950
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,180Median: $80,540Highest 10%: $158,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,180 | $22.20 | |
| 25th | $52,620 | $25.30 | |
| Median | $80,540 | $38.72 | |
| 75th | $104,000 | $50.00 | |
| 90th | $158,200 | $76.05 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $87,560 |
| Medford, OR | $66,690 |
| Bend, OR | $55,930 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for writer and authors.
| 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 |
| 14. Indiana | $75,820 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a writer and author make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $38.72 ($80,540 a year).
Do writer and authors make more in Oregon than the national average?
Yes: $80,540 against $76,910 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Oregon rank for writer and author pay?
Oregon ranks 11 of 43 states.
Which city in Oregon pays writer and authors the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $87,560 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.