Writers and Authors Salary in Arizona
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 2 metro areas • Arizona
Writers and Authors in Arizona earn a median salary of $60,710 per year on average across 2 metro and nonmetro areas, -16% vs the national median of $72,270. An estimated 460 writers and authors are employed across Arizona, with salaries ranging from $56,050 to $65,370 depending on location.
$60,710
Avg median salary in Arizona
$65,370
Highest paying metro
$56,050
Lowest paying metro
460
Employed in Arizona
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Writers and Authors salaries by city in Arizona
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix, AZ | $65,370 | $49,990 | $75,770 | 400 |
| Tucson, AZ | $56,050 | $42,870 | $65,000 | 60 |