How much does a writer and author make in South Carolina?
$51,920a year
Median yearly pay for writer and authors in South Carolina. That is $24.96 an hour or $4,327 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.96
- Vs. national median
- -32%
- Rank among states
- 39 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 520
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,210Median: $51,920Highest 10%: $91,140
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,210 | $18.37 | |
| 25th | $41,610 | $20.00 | |
| Median | $51,920 | $24.96 | |
| 75th | $76,330 | $36.70 | |
| 90th | $91,140 | $43.82 |
Cities in South Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Charleston, SC | $78,000 |
| Charlotte, NC | $63,720 |
| Greenville, SC | $49,980 |
| Columbia, SC | $41,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for writer and authors.
| 36. Idaho | $56,360 |
| 37. Arizona | $55,990 |
| 38. Mississippi | $54,180 |
| 39. South Carolina | $51,920 |
| 40. North Dakota | $50,860 |
| 41. Wyoming | $49,650 |
| 42. Kentucky | $48,780 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a writer and author make an hour in South Carolina?
The median hourly pay in South Carolina is $24.96 ($51,920 a year).
Do writer and authors make more in South Carolina than the national average?
No: $51,920 against $76,910 nationally, 32% less.
Where does South Carolina rank for writer and author pay?
South Carolina ranks 39 of 43 states.
Which city in South Carolina pays writer and authors the most?
Charleston-North Charleston, SC, with a median of $78,000 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.