How much does a writer and author make in Seattle?
$98,730a year
Median yearly pay for writer and authors in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area. That is $47.47 an hour or $8,228 a month.
- Hourly
- $47.47
- Vs. national median
- +28%
- Rank among cities
- 7 of 122
- Jobs in the area
- 520
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,540Median: $98,730Highest 10%: $136,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,540 | $29.11 | |
| 25th | $79,610 | $38.27 | |
| Median | $98,730 | $47.47 | |
| 75th | $119,000 | $57.23 | |
| 90th | $136,700 | $65.73 |
Other cities in Washington
Median yearly pay for writer and authors.
| Portland, OR | $87,560 |
| Spokane, WA | $62,060 |
Related jobs in Seattle
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Special Effects Artist and Animator | $134,100 |
| Lighting Technician | $126,100 |
| Art Director | $124,600 |
| Technical Writer | $107,600 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designer | $105,000 |
| Musician and Singer | $96,820 |
| Artist and Related Worker | $96,550 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $96,000 |
| Producer and Director | $86,680 |
| Fashion Designer | $85,220 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a writer and author make an hour in Seattle?
The median hourly pay in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area is $47.47 ($98,730 a year).
Do writer and authors make more in Seattle than the national average?
Yes: $98,730 against $76,910 nationally, 28% more.
How does Seattle compare with the rest of Washington?
The median in Washington is $85,700, so Seattle pays 15% more.
Where does Seattle rank for writer and author pay?
7 of 122 metro areas with data.
How much does a writer and author make starting out in Seattle?
The lowest-paid 10% make $60,540 or less a year; the top 10% make $136,700 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.