Writers and Authors Salary in District of Columbia

BLS OEWS May 2025 • 1 metro areas • District of Columbia

Writers and Authors in District of Columbia earn a median salary of $106,340 per year on average across 1 metro and nonmetro areas, +47.1% vs the national median of $72,270. An estimated 2,310 writers and authors are employed across District of Columbia, with salaries ranging from $106,340 to $106,340 depending on location.

$106,340 Avg median salary in District of Columbia
$106,340 Highest paying metro
$106,340 Lowest paying metro
2,310 Employed in District of Columbia

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      Metro areaMedian salary25th pct75th pctEmployed
      Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV$106,340$79,640$141,1902,310

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