SOC 27-3042 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Technical Writers is $91,666 per year ($44.07/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $68,640 and $102,752 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $130,437 per year. There are approximately 55,530 technical writers employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $26.16 | $54,413 |
| P25 | $33.00 | $68,640 |
| P50MEDIAN | $44.07 | $91,666 |
| P75 | $49.40 | $102,752 |
| P90 | $62.71 | $130,437 |
Professional & Business Services was the only sector with openings growth (+64K) in February. Quit rates eased to 2.6%. Active hiring continues for specialized roles, particularly at senior levels.
The national median salary for Technical Writers is $91,666 per year ($44.07/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $68,640 and $102,752 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Technical Writers is $130,437 per year ($62.71/hr). The 75th percentile is $102,752 per year.
Entry-level Technical Writers (10th percentile) earn approximately $54,413 per year ($26.16/hr). The 25th percentile is $68,640 per year.
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