Technical Writers Salary in Southern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $65,370 -28.7% vs national
Median hourly $31.43
10th percentile $52,110
90th percentile $79,310
Employed locally 50
National median $91,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,110
    25th
    $61,670
    50th (median)
    $65,370
    75th
    $74,940
    90th
    $79,310

    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
    Coaches and Scouts $36,250
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $34,370
    Graphic Designers $49,370
    Public Relations Specialists $60,440
    Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners $47,030
    Interior Designers $59,500

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Technical Writers make per hour in Southern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Technical Writers in Southern Indiana is $31.43, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.78 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Indiana above or below average for Technical Writers salaries?

    The median Technical Writers salary in Southern Indiana is 28.7% 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 Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Technical Writers (10th percentile) earn around $52,110 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,670.