Technical Writers Salary in Houston, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX

Median annual salary $79,060 -13.8% vs national
Median hourly $38.01
10th percentile $49,910
90th percentile $117,470
Employed locally 750
National median $91,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,910
    25th
    $57,910
    50th (median)
    $79,060
    75th
    $97,020
    90th
    $117,470

    Houston economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $80,458 2023 • Census ACS
    Technical Writers salary vs area income 98% Median Technical Writers salary is 2% 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
    Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX $79,990
    Killeen-Temple, TX $77,900
    San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX $76,370
    El Paso, TX $60,490

    Related occupations in Houston, TX

    OccupationMedian salary
    Public Relations Specialists $62,580
    Coaches and Scouts $32,940
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $36,060
    Graphic Designers $56,380
    Interpreters and Translators $39,320
    Editors $29,040

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Technical Writers make per hour in Houston?

    The median hourly wage for Technical Writers in Houston, TX is $38.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $69.54 or more per hour.

    Is Houston above or below average for Technical Writers salaries?

    The median Technical Writers salary in Houston, TX is 13.8% 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 Houston?

    Entry-level Technical Writers (10th percentile) earn around $49,910 per year in Houston, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $57,910.