Writers and Authors Salary in Virginia
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • Virginia
Writers and Authors in Virginia earn a median salary of $71,850 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -0.6% vs the national median of $72,270. An estimated 550 writers and authors are employed across Virginia, with salaries ranging from $66,970 to $83,090 depending on location.
$71,850
Avg median salary in Virginia
$83,090
Highest paying metro
$66,970
Lowest paying metro
550
Employed in Virginia
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inWriters and Authors salaries by city in Virginia
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlottesville, VA | $83,090 | $69,000 | $101,080 | 50 |
| Richmond, VA | $69,760 | $57,010 | $83,790 | 190 |
| Virginia Beach, VA-NC | $67,580 | $60,430 | $81,950 | 210 |
| West Virginia | $66,970 | $30,290 | $77,710 | 100 |