Writers and Authors Salary in Iowa
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • Iowa
Writers and Authors in Iowa earn a median salary of $54,535 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -24.5% vs the national median of $72,270. An estimated 240 writers and authors are employed across Iowa, with salaries ranging from $48,890 to $62,110 depending on location.
$54,535
Avg median salary in Iowa
$62,110
Highest paying metro
$48,890
Lowest paying metro
240
Employed in Iowa
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Writers and Authors salaries by city in Iowa
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Rapids, IA | $62,110 | $59,990 | $72,210 | 40 |
| Des Moines, IA | $58,140 | $48,410 | $63,980 | 110 |
| Iowa City, IA | $49,000 | $48,260 | $61,010 | 50 |
| Southeast Iowa | $48,890 | $46,660 | $59,820 | 40 |