Writers and Authors Salary in Illinois
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • Illinois
Writers and Authors in Illinois earn a median salary of $60,070 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, -16.9% vs the national median of $72,270. An estimated 1,650 writers and authors are employed across Illinois, with salaries ranging from $52,000 to $69,150 depending on location.
$60,070
Avg median salary in Illinois
$69,150
Highest paying metro
$52,000
Lowest paying metro
1,650
Employed in Illinois
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Writers and Authors salaries by city in Illinois
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL-IN | $69,150 | $51,180 | $93,750 | 1,590 |
| Peoria, IL | $59,060 | $39,990 | $77,950 | 30 |
| West Central Illinois | $52,000 | $41,600 | $59,200 | 30 |