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Technical Writers Salary in Texas
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Technical Writers make in Texas?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$82,750
Median Annual Salary
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+4.7% vs 2024
$88,140
Mean Salary
$82,750
Median Salary
$39.78
Hourly Rate
3,340 people work as Technical Writers in Texas
Technical Writers salary by percentile in Texas
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Technical Writers in Texas earn a median salary of $82,750 per year ($6,895/month).
This is 3.7% below the national average of $85,937.
Texas ranks #26 out of 45 states for Technical Writers pay.
Approximately 3,340 people work in this occupation across Texas.
Salaries increased by 4.7% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Technical Writers
Write technical materials, such as equipment manuals, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions. May assist in layout work.
Top Skills
Writing
4.88
Reading Comprehension
4.12
Active Listening
3.75
Speaking
3.75
Critical Thinking
3.62
Key Knowledge Areas
English Language
4.81
Computers and Electronics
4.29
Administrative
3.76
Communications and Media
3.25
Administration and Management
3.24
Typical Education: Associate's Degree
(35.2% of workers)
Salaries for Technical Writers in Texas range from $50,590 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $127,920 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $63,720 and $105,630.
The median annual salary for Technical Writers in Texas is $82,750 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $88,140.
What is the salary range for a Technical Writers in Texas?
Salaries for Technical Writers in Texas range from $50,590 at the 10th percentile to $127,920 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $63,720 and $105,630.
What is the starting salary for a Technical Writers in Texas?
Entry-level Technical Writers positions in Texas typically start around $50,590 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $63,720 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Technical Writers in Texas?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 3,340 people are employed as Technical Writers in Texas.
What is the hourly rate for a Technical Writers in Texas?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Technical Writers in Texas is approximately $39.78 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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