Writers and Authors Salary in Florida
In Florida, writers and authors earn $65,830 at the median — $31.65 an hour. The range runs from $42K at the entry level to $135K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Florida. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $66K get you in Florida?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Florida
Entry-level writers and authors (10th percentile) start around $42K. Mid-career wages sit at $66K. Top earners bring in $135K or more, a $93K spread from bottom to top.
Writers and Authors salary by metro in Florida
8 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent | $75K | +14% | 40 |
| Tallahassee | $72K | +9% | 40 |
| Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford | $68K | +3% | N/A |
| Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater | $66K | +0% | 280 |
| Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach | $64K | -3% | N/A |
| Cape Coral-Fort Myers | $62K | -7% | 40 |
| Jacksonville | $57K | -13% | 140 |
| North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota | $54K | -18% | 90 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do writers and authors make in Florida?
The median is $65,830 a year, that works out to about $32 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $42,100, and experienced writers and authors can clear $135,210. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $66K enough to live in Florida?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $4,558/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,658/month, which eats 36.4% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a writers and authors salary go in Florida?
Florida has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median writers and authors salary is worth about $66,778 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do writers and authors get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.