Writers and Authors Salary in New York
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 6 metro areas • New York
Writers and Authors in New York earn a median salary of $60,013 per year on average across 6 metro and nonmetro areas, -17% vs the national median of $72,270. An estimated 490 writers and authors are employed across New York, with salaries ranging from $55,510 to $63,270 depending on location.
$60,013
Avg median salary in New York
$63,270
Highest paying metro
$55,510
Lowest paying metro
490
Employed in New York
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Writers and Authors salaries by city in New York
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albany, NY | $63,270 | $42,530 | $80,980 | 130 |
| Buffalo, NY | $62,320 | $45,190 | $90,990 | 120 |
| Rochester, NY | $61,660 | $44,960 | $82,350 | 100 |
| Glens Falls, NY | $59,990 | $44,030 | $79,930 | 30 |
| Syracuse, NY | $57,330 | $32,310 | $69,240 | 50 |
| Central East New York | $55,510 | $48,840 | $98,420 | 60 |