How much does a writer and author make in Texas?
$69,990a year
Median yearly pay for writer and authors in Texas. That is $33.65 an hour or $5,833 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.65
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 2,320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,070Median: $69,990Highest 10%: $125,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,070 | $23.59 | |
| 25th | $53,950 | $25.94 | |
| Median | $69,990 | $33.65 | |
| 75th | $96,260 | $46.28 | |
| 90th | $125,200 | $60.21 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Houston, TX | $76,120 |
| Austin, TX | $75,380 |
| San Antonio, TX | $74,030 |
| Dallas, TX | $64,520 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for writer and authors.
| 16. Minnesota | $72,810 |
| 17. New Hampshire | $71,830 |
| 18. Rhode Island | $70,190 |
| 19. Texas | $69,990 |
| 20. Illinois | $68,220 |
| 21. Florida | $68,080 |
| 22. Alabama | $66,950 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a writer and author make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $33.65 ($69,990 a year).
Do writer and authors make more in Texas than the national average?
No: $69,990 against $76,910 nationally, 9% less.
Where does Texas rank for writer and author pay?
Texas ranks 19 of 43 states.
Which city in Texas pays writer and authors the most?
Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX, with a median of $76,120 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.