Technical Writers Salary in Iowa
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 6 metro areas • Iowa
Technical Writers in Iowa earn a median salary of $62,192 per year on average across 6 metro and nonmetro areas, -32.2% vs the national median of $91,670. An estimated 600 technical writers are employed across Iowa, with salaries ranging from $54,490 to $66,730 depending on location.
$62,192
Avg median salary in Iowa
$66,730
Highest paying metro
$54,490
Lowest paying metro
600
Employed in Iowa
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Technical Writers salaries by city in Iowa
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines, IA | $66,730 | $62,700 | $79,730 | 210 |
| Iowa City, IA | $66,370 | $56,670 | $68,970 | 60 |
| Davenport, IA-IL | $64,170 | $51,060 | $85,420 | 60 |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | $61,450 | $54,580 | $77,610 | 110 |
| Southeast Iowa | $59,940 | $59,940 | $75,010 | 70 |
| Dubuque, IA | $54,490 | $50,080 | $71,800 | 90 |