How much does a writer and author make in Washington?
$85,700a year
Median yearly pay for writer and authors in Washington. That is $41.20 an hour or $7,142 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.20
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 770
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,600Median: $85,700Highest 10%: $129,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,600 | $24.33 | |
| 25th | $65,330 | $31.41 | |
| Median | $85,700 | $41.20 | |
| 75th | $109,000 | $52.40 | |
| 90th | $129,500 | $62.25 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $98,730 |
| Portland, OR | $87,560 |
| Spokane, WA | $62,060 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for writer and authors.
| 4. Vermont | $94,430 |
| 5. Louisiana | $89,520 |
| 6. California | $86,480 |
| 7. Washington | $85,700 |
| 8. Massachusetts | $85,260 |
| 9. Virginia | $85,000 |
| 10. New Jersey | $81,590 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a writer and author make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $41.20 ($85,700 a year).
Do writer and authors make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $85,700 against $76,910 nationally, 11% more.
Where does Washington rank for writer and author pay?
Washington ranks 7 of 43 states.
Which city in Washington pays writer and authors the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $98,730 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.