Technical Writers Salary in Southeast Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $75,280 -17.9% vs national
Median hourly $36.19
10th percentile $47,770
90th percentile $110,850
Employed locally 40
National median $91,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,770
    25th
    $60,720
    50th (median)
    $75,280
    75th
    $88,940
    90th
    $110,850

    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
    Graphic Designers $48,420
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    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $35,930
    Floral Designers $32,440
    Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys $36,180

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Technical Writers in Southeast Minnesota is $36.19, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $53.29 or more per hour.

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

    The median Technical Writers salary in Southeast Minnesota is 17.9% 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 Southeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Technical Writers (10th percentile) earn around $47,770 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $60,720.