Technical Writers Salary in Phoenix, AZ

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ

Median annual salary $82,110 -10.4% vs national
Median hourly $39.48
10th percentile $41,040
90th percentile $122,280
National median $91,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,040
    25th
    $61,950
    50th (median)
    $82,110
    75th
    $103,000
    90th
    $122,280

    Phoenix economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $84,703 2023 • Census ACS
    Technical Writers salary vs area income 97% Median Technical Writers salary is 3% 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
    Tucson, AZ $80,350

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    OccupationMedian salary
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    Graphic Designers$52,450
    Coaches and Scouts$48,000
    Interpreters and Translators$48,200
    Interior Designers$63,970

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Technical Writers make per hour in Phoenix?

    The median hourly wage for Technical Writers in Phoenix, AZ is $39.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $60.00 or more per hour.

    Is Phoenix above or below average for Technical Writers salaries?

    The median Technical Writers salary in Phoenix, AZ is 10.4% 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 Phoenix?

    Entry-level Technical Writers (10th percentile) earn around $41,040 per year in Phoenix, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,950.