How much do freelance writers make?

Although many factors affect the pay of freelance writers, a 2012 industry survey found that one-third of respondents made $70 per hour or more, while 23 percent earned $50 to $70 per hour. Working full or part time can influence the freelancer's earnings significantly.

The client the freelancer works for also largely determines how much the writer makes. For example, a blogger might earn $5,000 per month writing for a blog, while a freelance writer using Elance.com or similar sites might earn $16,000 in a six-month period.

In general, writers and authors bring home a median of $26.89 per hour or $55,940 per year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The BLS estimates the profession to experience a slower-than-average growth of 3 percent by 2022.