Technical Writers Salary in New York
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • New York
Technical Writers in New York earn a median salary of $82,004 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, -10.5% vs the national median of $91,670. An estimated 2,710 technical writers are employed across New York, with salaries ranging from $75,240 to $91,020 depending on location.
$82,004
Avg median salary in New York
$91,020
Highest paying metro
$75,240
Lowest paying metro
2,710
Employed in New York
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Technical Writers salaries by city in New York
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albany, NY | $91,020 | $73,390 | $109,530 | 110 |
| New York, NY-NJ | $83,580 | $57,180 | $111,380 | 2,340 |
| Syracuse, NY | $80,550 | $65,330 | $102,870 | 100 |
| Buffalo, NY | $79,630 | $62,650 | $94,570 | 80 |
| Rochester, NY | $75,240 | $63,460 | $89,370 | 80 |