Writers and Authors Salary in Chicago
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN
Median Annual Salary
$69,150
as of 2024
Total Employment
1,590
jobs in this area
Salary Overview
Median Annual Salary
$69,150
$33/hour
Mean Annual Salary
$73,760
$35/hour
Salary Distribution
10th Percentile
$38,590
25th Percentile
$51,180
75th Percentile
$93,750
90th Percentile
$114,500
Entry Median Senior
5-Year Salary Trends
| Year | Mean Annual Salary | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $73,760 | — |
Quick Facts
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Growth Outlook
- Moderate
- Work Environment
- Office Remote
Other Careers in Chicago
Software Developers
$133k
Web Developers
$91k
Computer Programmers
$99k
Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers
$103k
Web and Digital Interface Designers
$98k
Data Scientists
$113k
Data Source
Salary and employment data provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program.
Data reflects 2024 annual averages. Wages shown are before taxes and may vary based on experience, education, and employer.