Writer and Author Salary in Oregon
Based on 950+ workers in Oregon
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (OR)
$80,540
$38.72/hr
vs National Average
$70,716
+13.9% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$46K – $158K
950 employed in Oregon
Salary Distribution — Writer and Author in Oregon
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $46,180 |
| 25th percentile | $52,620 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $80,540 |
| 75th percentile | $104,010 |
| 90th percentile | $158,190 |
Top-Paying Industries for Writer and Author (U.S.)
Which industries pay Writer and Authors the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Writer and Authors in Oregon tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Utilities | $131,800 | 40 |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $107,910 | 2K |
| Finance and Insurance | $95,260 | 1K |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $84,620 | 2K |
| Administrative and Support Services | $84,040 | 2K |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Writer and Author in Oregon vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Oregon) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $79,850 |
| 2023 | $82,370 |
| 2024 | $77,830 |
| 2025 | $80,540 |
| 2026 (projected) | $83,344 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Oregon Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $79,850 | $62,421 |
| 2023 | $82,370 | $65,436 |
| 2024 | $77,830 | $66,313 |
| 2025 | $80,540 | $70,716 |
| 2026 (projected) | $83,344 | $73,178 |
Writer and Author Salary by Experience Level in Oregon
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $52,620 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $80,540 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $104,010 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $158,190 |
Writer and Author Salary in Other States
Related Writer and Author Salaries in Oregon
How other high-demand occupations in Oregon compare to Writer and Author ($80,540 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Writer and Author | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Logistician in OR | $83,180 | +3.3% | $39.99/hr |
| Market Research Analyst in OR | $79,150 | -1.7% | $38.05/hr |
| Training and Development Specialist in OR | $76,360 | -5.2% | $36.71/hr |
| Purchasing Agent in OR | $75,050 | -6.8% | $36.08/hr |
| Public Relations Specialist in OR | $74,900 | -7.0% | $36.01/hr |
| Editor in OR | $71,540 | -11.2% | $34.39/hr |
| Real Estate Broker in OR | $63,070 | -21.7% | $30.32/hr |
| Real Estate Sales Agent in OR | $61,610 | -23.5% | $29.62/hr |
| Licensed Practical Nurse in OR | $80,470 | -0.1% | $38.69/hr |
| Credit Analyst in OR | $80,380 | -0.2% | $38.64/hr |
| Secondary School Teacher in OR | $79,570 | -1.2% | $38.25/hr |
| Middle School Teacher in OR | $78,350 | -2.7% | $37.67/hr |