Writers and Authors Salary in Tennessee
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 6 metro areas • Tennessee
Writers and Authors in Tennessee earn a median salary of $54,870 per year on average across 6 metro and nonmetro areas, -24.1% vs the national median of $72,270. An estimated 980 writers and authors are employed across Tennessee, with salaries ranging from $45,100 to $60,540 depending on location.
$54,870
Avg median salary in Tennessee
$60,540
Highest paying metro
$45,100
Lowest paying metro
980
Employed in Tennessee
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Writers and Authors salaries by city in Tennessee
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville, TN | $60,540 | $49,560 | $75,020 | 390 |
| Knoxville, TN | $58,620 | $58,620 | $58,620 | 310 |
| Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $55,360 | $46,790 | $69,930 | 150 |
| Kingsport, TN-VA | $54,830 | $35,750 | $59,880 | 30 |
| Chattanooga, TN-GA | $54,770 | $40,730 | $93,010 | 70 |
| North Central Tennessee | $45,100 | $45,100 | $59,900 | 30 |