DOL Median (Great Barrington, MA)
$52,000
vs National
-13.3%
National: $60,000BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$35,495
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$52,000
-13.3% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$60,000
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Writers and Authors in Great Barrington, MA earns $52,000 in nominal terms, which is 13.3% below the national average of $60,000. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 146.5 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $35,495 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Great Barrington, MA
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Bard College | $52,416 | 2 |
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How much does a Writers and Authors make in Great Barrington, MA?
The median Writers and Authors salary in Great Barrington, MA is $52,000 based on 1 DOL filings.
Is Great Barrington, MA a good place to work as a Writers and Authors?
A Writers and Authors in Great Barrington, MA earns 13.3% less than the national median of $60,000, or $35,495 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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