Technical Writers Salary in Dallas, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX

Median annual salary $79,990 -12.7% vs national
Median hourly $38.46
10th percentile $54,070
90th percentile $120,640
Employed locally 1,320
National median $91,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $54,070
    25th
    $59,330
    50th (median)
    $79,990
    75th
    $101,780
    90th
    $120,640

    Dallas economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $87,155 2023 • Census ACS
    Technical Writers salary vs area income 92% Median Technical Writers salary is 8% 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
    Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX $84,210
    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
    Graphic Designers $66,370
    Public Relations Specialists $63,150
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $36,870
    Coaches and Scouts $36,340
    Producers and Directors $72,770
    Interior Designers $74,860

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Technical Writers make per hour in Dallas?

    The median hourly wage for Technical Writers in Dallas, TX is $38.46, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $60.48 or more per hour.

    Is Dallas above or below average for Technical Writers salaries?

    The median Technical Writers salary in Dallas, TX is 12.7% 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 Dallas?

    Entry-level Technical Writers (10th percentile) earn around $54,070 per year in Dallas, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,330.