Technical Writers

Writing & Content Creation • Creative & Media Careers

Write technical materials, such as equipment manuals, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions. May assist in layout work.

Typical Salary (Median)
$91,670
(2024 BLS data)
Half earn more, half earn less
Average Salary (Mean)
$92,330
Mathematical average of all salaries
National Employment
55,530
Education Required
Bachelor's degree
BLS Code: 273042

Understanding Salary Statistics: The typical salary (median) shows what a middle-of-the-road Technical Writers earns, making it useful for salary negotiations. The average salary (mean) can be higher due to top earners and is often used in industry reports.

Salary Distribution

National salary ranges for Technical Writers (2024)

10th Percentile
$54,400
25th Percentile
$68,640
75th Percentile
$102,740
90th Percentile
$130,430

Top Industries

Industries with the most Technical Writers positions

1
Cross-industry, Private, Federal, State, and Local Government
55,530
$92,330 avg
2
Cross-industry, Private Ownership Only
52,980
$92,690 avg
3
Sector 54 - Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
18,610
$92,770 avg
4
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
18,610
$92,770 avg
5
Computer Systems Design and Related Services
7,290
$94,200 avg

Work Environment

Office Remote

Career Overview

💼 About This Career

Technical Writers professionals work in creative & media careers, specifically in writing & content creation. This role typically requires bachelor's degree and offers a median salary of $91,670.

📊 Job Market Outlook

The job growth outlook for Technical Writers is rated as Moderate. Currently, there are approximately 55,530 people employed in this occupation nationwide.

Related Skills & Keywords

technical writer documentation specialist content strategist

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Data Source: Salary and employment statistics are from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program , 2024 data. Historical trends show changes over time. Individual results may vary based on experience, location, and employer.