Writers and Authors Salary in District of Columbia
Writers and Authors in District of Columbia earn a median of $129,300 a year, +68% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $129,300
- vs. U.S. median
- +68% ($76,910)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 1,050
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $74,990; the top 10% earn over $172,480. Nationally the range is $44,310 to $139,870.
States ranked near District of Columbia
Similar jobs in District of Columbia
- Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers$129,300 median in District of Columbia (broader BLS group)
- News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists$105,390 median in District of Columbia
- Public Relations Specialists$102,740 median in District of Columbia
- Editors$83,920 median in District of Columbia
- Talent Directors$104,270 median in District of Columbia (broader BLS group)
- Producers and Directors$104,270 median in District of Columbia
Writers and Authors pay in District of Columbia
How much do writers and authors make in District of Columbia?
The median is $129,300 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $74,990 and the top 10% earn over $172,480. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for writers and authors?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 43 (+68% vs. the national median of $76,910). Living costs are not included.