How much does a writer and author make in Tennessee?
$58,870a year
Median yearly pay for writer and authors in Tennessee. That is $28.30 an hour or $4,906 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.30
- Vs. national median
- -23%
- Rank among states
- 32 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 1,260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,720Median: $58,870Highest 10%: $100,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,720 | $18.62 | |
| 25th | $47,120 | $22.65 | |
| Median | $58,870 | $28.30 | |
| 75th | $78,900 | $37.93 | |
| 90th | $100,900 | $48.51 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $63,270 |
| Knoxville, TN | $63,080 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $61,400 |
| Memphis, TN | $58,480 |
| Kingsport, TN | $57,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for writer and authors.
| 29. Nevada | $63,910 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a writer and author make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $28.30 ($58,870 a year).
Do writer and authors make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $58,870 against $76,910 nationally, 23% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for writer and author pay?
Tennessee ranks 32 of 43 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays writer and authors the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $63,270 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.