Technical Writers Salary in Northwest Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $58,580 -36.1% vs national
Median hourly $28.16
10th percentile $45,970
90th percentile $97,160
Employed locally 30
National median $91,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,970
    25th
    $52,000
    50th (median)
    $58,580
    75th
    $75,280
    90th
    $97,160

    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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    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Technical Writers make per hour in Northwest Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Technical Writers in Northwest Minnesota is $28.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $52.97 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Minnesota above or below average for Technical Writers salaries?

    The median Technical Writers salary in Northwest Minnesota is 36.1% 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 Northwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Technical Writers (10th percentile) earn around $45,970 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,000.