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Writers and Authors average salary by city in Massachusetts
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | $94,580 | $85,260 | $72,400 | $70,958 | 108 |
| Worcester | $93,370 | $80,490 | $59,040 | $70,167 | 103 |
| Amherst | $75,660 | $65,290 | $63,090 | $58,594 | 100 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave premiums are not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 27-3043.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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