Writers and Authors Salary in Maine
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 2 metro areas • Maine
Writers and Authors in Maine earn a median salary of $52,115 per year on average across 2 metro and nonmetro areas, -27.9% vs the national median of $72,270. An estimated 70 writers and authors are employed across Maine, with salaries ranging from $34,990 to $69,240 depending on location.
$52,115
Avg median salary in Maine
$69,240
Highest paying metro
$34,990
Lowest paying metro
70
Employed in Maine
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inWriters and Authors salaries by city in Maine
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland, ME | $69,240 | $52,550 | $89,620 | 40 |
| Southwest Maine | $34,990 | $32,220 | $51,880 | 30 |