50% of professionals earn between $12,963 - $80,000 USD
The median salary is $65,000
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The average salary for a Technical Writer in United States is USD 65,000 - USD 80,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 72,500 per year, based on 14,366 active job listings.
The cities with the most Technical Writer job opportunities in United States are Washington, New York, Annapolis, Arlington, San Diego. Washington leads with 388 job openings.
Leading employers for Technical Writer roles in United States include SUNY Upstate Medical University.
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