Writers and Authors Salary in Virginia
Ranked #9 of 43 · VA
2.5% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $88,260 ≈ $42/hr
Median annual salary $85,000
Employment 1,530
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $44,190P25 $64,730 Median $85,000P75 $104,000P90 $131,040
About 80% of writers and authorss in Virginia earn between $44,190 and $131,040. 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 Virginia is $88,260, about 2.5% above the U.S. average ($86,090). That works out to roughly $42/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Virginia
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlottesville, VA | $76,990 | $80,940 | 70 |
| Richmond, VA | $74,300 | $71,390 | 230 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC | $73,460 | $74,730 | 160 |