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Writers and Authors Salary Guide for North Carolina

writers and authors working in North Carolina earn an average of $72,840.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
1,990
Annual Mean Salary
$72,840.00
Hourly Rate
$35.02
Estimated Monthly*
$5,603.20
*Based on 40-hour work week

North Carolina vs National Salary Trends

The chart below compares North Carolina's writers and authors salaries against national figures. This comparison helps you understand if North Carolina offers competitive compensation and how local market conditions affect wages in this field.

$60,000.00$70,000.00$80,000.00$90,000.00 20142016201820202022 state national

While North Carolina shows an upward salary trend for writers and authors, it remains below the national average. However, the positive trajectory indicates potential for growth in the future.

Local Market Analysis

Salaries for writers and authors can vary significantly within North Carolina. The breakdown below shows how compensation differs across metropolitan and rural areas, helping you identify the most financially rewarding locations in the state.

Durham-Chapel Hill

Annual Mean Salary
$88,590.00
Hourly Rate
$42.59
Employment
150 professionals
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Southeast Coastal North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$83,670.00
Hourly Rate
$40.23
Employment
40 professionals
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Greensboro-High Point

Annual Mean Salary
$78,550.00
Hourly Rate
$37.77
Employment
90 professionals
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Winston-Salem

Annual Mean Salary
$76,690.00
Hourly Rate
$36.87
Employment
50 professionals
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Raleigh

Annual Mean Salary
$71,980.00
Hourly Rate
$34.61
Employment
650 professionals
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Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia

Annual Mean Salary
$70,840.00
Hourly Rate
$34.06
Employment
510 professionals
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Wilmington

Annual Mean Salary
$70,130.00
Hourly Rate
$33.72
Employment
60 professionals
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Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton

Annual Mean Salary
$63,740.00
Hourly Rate
$30.64
Employment
40 professionals
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Mountain North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$58,530.00
Hourly Rate
$28.14
Employment
40 professionals
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Data Source: All salary information is obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. This data represents the most recent national employment and wage estimates for over 800 occupations. Note: Salary data is updated annually by the BLS. Regional variations may exist due to differences in cost of living, industry concentration, and local market conditions.

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