Writers and Authors Salary in Texas
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • Texas
Writers and Authors in Texas earn a median salary of $69,192 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, -4.3% vs the national median of $72,270. An estimated 1,720 writers and authors are employed across Texas, with salaries ranging from $60,260 to $76,130 depending on location.
$69,192
Avg median salary in Texas
$76,130
Highest paying metro
$60,260
Lowest paying metro
1,720
Employed in Texas
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Writers and Authors salaries by city in Texas
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio, TX | $76,130 | $51,300 | $100,520 | 110 |
| Austin, TX | $76,060 | $56,150 | $97,400 | 370 |
| Houston, TX | $68,990 | $50,910 | $86,860 | 360 |
| Dallas, TX | $64,520 | $50,300 | $91,770 | 850 |
| El Paso, TX | $60,260 | $47,780 | $78,380 | 30 |