Writer and Author Salary in Wisconsin
Based on 710+ workers in Wisconsin
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (WI)
$64,370
$30.95/hr
vs National Average
$70,716
-9.0% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$47K – $91K
710 employed in Wisconsin
Salary Distribution — Writer and Author in Wisconsin
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $47,410 |
| 25th percentile | $51,710 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $64,370 |
| 75th percentile | $77,220 |
| 90th percentile | $90,880 |
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 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Wisconsin) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $54,770 |
| 2023 | $56,870 |
| 2024 | $62,450 |
| 2025 | $64,370 |
| 2026 (projected) | $66,349 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Wisconsin Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $54,770 | $62,421 |
| 2023 | $56,870 | $65,436 |
| 2024 | $62,450 | $66,313 |
| 2025 | $64,370 | $70,716 |
| 2026 (projected) | $66,349 | $72,890 |
Writer and Author Salary by Experience Level in Wisconsin
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $51,710 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $64,370 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $77,220 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $90,880 |
Writer and Author Salary in Other States
Related Writer and Author Salaries in Wisconsin
How other high-demand occupations in Wisconsin compare to Writer and Author ($64,370 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Writer and Author | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Logistician in WI | $73,180 | +13.7% | $35.18/hr |
| Purchasing Agent in WI | $70,880 | +10.1% | $34.08/hr |
| Training and Development Specialist in WI | $70,770 | +9.9% | $34.02/hr |
| Public Relations Specialist in WI | $67,240 | +4.5% | $32.33/hr |
| Market Research Analyst in WI | $64,800 | +0.7% | $31.15/hr |
| Editor in WI | $64,270 | -0.2% | $30.90/hr |
| Real Estate Sales Agent in WI | $58,120 | -9.7% | $27.94/hr |
| Tax Examiner in WI | $64,420 | +0.1% | $30.97/hr |
| Multimedia Artist and Animator in WI | $64,890 | +0.8% | $31.20/hr |
| Licensed Practical Nurse in WI | $63,760 | -0.9% | $30.65/hr |
| Secondary School Teacher in WI | $62,870 | -2.3% | $30.23/hr |
| Interior Designer in WI | $62,740 | -2.5% | $30.16/hr |