Technical Writers Salary in Reno, NV

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Reno, NV

Median annual salary $84,130 -8.2% vs national
Median hourly $40.45
10th percentile $62,680
90th percentile $106,440
National median $91,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $62,680
    25th
    $77,520
    50th (median)
    $84,130
    75th
    $90,230
    90th
    $106,440

    Reno economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $84,684 2023 • Census ACS
    Technical Writers salary vs area income 99% Median Technical Writers salary is 1% 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
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $104,990
    Greenville, NC $84,610
    Jacksonville, FL $82,340
    Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV $78,870
    Greenville-Anderson-Greer, SC $67,580

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $39,050
    Coaches and Scouts $47,190
    Graphic Designers $50,890
    Audio and Video Technicians $49,200
    Public Relations Specialists $66,970
    Producers and Directors $68,040

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Technical Writers make per hour in Reno?

    The median hourly wage for Technical Writers in Reno, NV is $40.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $51.47 or more per hour.

    Is Reno above or below average for Technical Writers salaries?

    The median Technical Writers salary in Reno, NV is 8.2% 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 Reno?

    Entry-level Technical Writers (10th percentile) earn around $62,680 per year in Reno, NV. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $77,520.