Authors, writers and translators Salary in United Kingdom
Updated May 2026
Official salary data
Based on approximately 17,000 employees
25th percentile
£23,224
Median
£31,993
Mean
£31,798
| Statistic | Annual pay (gross) |
|---|---|
| 25th percentile | £23,224 |
| Median | £31,993 |
| Mean | £31,798 |
Pay by period
Weekly
£628
Mean £630
Hourly
£19.29
Mean £19.69
| Pay period | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly | £628 | £630 |
| Hourly | £19.29 | £19.69 |
Source: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) · 2024 revised
Sector pay context
Average weekly earnings in the Information and communication sector are £1,318/week. Earnings grew +4.4% over the past 12 months vs +2.9% nationally.
Source: ONS Average Weekly Earnings (EARN03), not seasonally adjusted · December 2025
Employment patterns
- 62% of Authors, writers work full-time
- 64% are self-employed
- 92% of employees have permanent contracts
Source: ONS Annual Population Survey (APS218), 2025
Take-home pay estimate
Estimate only · 2026/27 HMRC rates · Standard allowances · Not financial or tax advice
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