Writers and Authors Salary in California
Average Writers and Authors salary data for California based on BLS occupational employment statistics.
Median Annual Salary
$80,470
In California
Salary Range
$45,880 – $163,180
10th–90th percentile
vs. National Average
+11.3%
Above national avg
National Comparison
The national median salary for a Writers and Authors is $72,270. In California, the median is $80,470 — 11.3% higher than the national average.