Writers and Authors Salary in Oregon
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • Oregon
Writers and Authors in Oregon earn a median salary of $66,066 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, -8.6% vs the national median of $72,270. An estimated 770 writers and authors are employed across Oregon, with salaries ranging from $55,930 to $84,520 depending on location.
$66,066
Avg median salary in Oregon
$84,520
Highest paying metro
$55,930
Lowest paying metro
770
Employed in Oregon
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Writers and Authors salaries by city in Oregon
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland, OR-WA | $84,520 | $62,860 | $97,800 | 580 |
| Eugene, OR | $70,310 | $52,750 | $82,180 | 60 |
| Medford, OR | $60,090 | $49,590 | $77,830 | 40 |
| Salem, OR | $59,480 | $50,700 | $79,990 | 40 |
| Bend, OR | $55,930 | $49,920 | $102,000 | 50 |