Technical Writers Salary in Kansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Kansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $51,740 -43.6% vs national
Median hourly $24.87
10th percentile $36,300
90th percentile $95,340
Employed locally 50
National median $91,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,300
    25th
    $42,900
    50th (median)
    $51,740
    75th
    $80,130
    90th
    $95,340

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $40,850
    Public Relations Specialists $50,510
    Graphic Designers $41,600
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $34,430
    Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys $33,870
    Editors $40,750

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Technical Writers make per hour in Kansas?

    The median hourly wage for Technical Writers in Kansas is $24.87, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.88 or more per hour.

    Is Kansas above or below average for Technical Writers salaries?

    The median Technical Writers salary in Kansas is 43.6% 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 Kansas?

    Entry-level Technical Writers (10th percentile) earn around $36,300 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,900.