How much does a writer and author make in Tucson?
$47,990a year
Median yearly pay for writer and authors in the Tucson, AZ metro area. That is $23.07 an hour or $3,999 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.07
- Vs. national median
- -38%
- Rank among cities
- 116 of 122
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,800Median: $47,990Highest 10%: $72,380
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,800 | $18.17 | |
| 25th | $39,990 | $19.23 | |
| Median | $47,990 | $23.07 | |
| 75th | $59,720 | $28.71 | |
| 90th | $72,380 | $34.80 |
Other cities in Arizona
Median yearly pay for writer and authors.
| Phoenix, AZ | $58,870 |
Related jobs in Tucson
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Media and Communication Worker | $79,640 |
| Technical Writer | $75,070 |
| Art Director | $74,510 |
| Producer and Director | $64,530 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $61,630 |
| Editor | $59,420 |
| Interior Designer | $58,110 |
| Interpreter and Translator | $57,920 |
| Graphic Designer | $57,710 |
| Broadcast Technician | $49,150 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a writer and author make an hour in Tucson?
The median hourly pay in the Tucson, AZ metro area is $23.07 ($47,990 a year).
Do writer and authors make more in Tucson than the national average?
No: $47,990 against $76,910 nationally, 38% less.
How does Tucson compare with the rest of Arizona?
The median in Arizona is $55,990, so Tucson pays 14% less.
Where does Tucson rank for writer and author pay?
116 of 122 metro areas with data.
How much does a writer and author make starting out in Tucson?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,800 or less a year; the top 10% make $72,380 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.