Writers and Authors Salary in District of Columbia
Ranked #1 of 43 · DC
49.7% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $128,890 ≈ $62/hr
Median annual salary $129,300
Employment 1,050
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $74,990P25 $100,320 Median $129,300P75 $158,020P90 $172,480
About 80% of writers and authorss in District of Columbia earn between $74,990 and $172,480. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean writers and authors salary in District of Columbia is $128,890, about 49.7% above the U.S. average ($86,090). That works out to roughly $62/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in District of Columbia
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $108,460 | $118,070 | 2,060 |