Technical Writers Salary in Austin, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX

Median annual salary $84,210 -8.1% vs national
Median hourly $40.49
10th percentile $54,970
90th percentile $124,520
Employed locally 630
National median $91,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $54,970
    25th
    $66,140
    50th (median)
    $84,210
    75th
    $102,810
    90th
    $124,520

    Austin economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.50% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $97,638 2023 • Census ACS
    Technical Writers salary vs area income 86% Median Technical Writers salary is 14% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Technical Writers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, CA $182,450
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $135,880
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $130,850
    Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT $125,760
    Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA $109,480
    Connecticut $109,400

    Nearby metros — Technical Writers salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX $79,990
    Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX $79,060
    Killeen-Temple, TX $77,900
    San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX $76,370
    El Paso, TX $60,490

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Public Relations Specialists $64,380
    Graphic Designers $61,040
    Coaches and Scouts $34,680
    Producers and Directors $73,540
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $36,160
    Interior Designers $61,860

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Technical Writers make per hour in Austin?

    The median hourly wage for Technical Writers in Austin, TX is $40.49, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $63.61 or more per hour.

    Is Austin above or below average for Technical Writers salaries?

    The median Technical Writers salary in Austin, TX is 8.1% below the national median of $91,670. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Technical Writers in Austin?

    Entry-level Technical Writers (10th percentile) earn around $54,970 per year in Austin, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $66,140.