Technical Writers Salary in Southern Ohio

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

Median annual salary $61,160 -33.3% vs national
Median hourly $29.41
10th percentile $43,860
90th percentile $85,210
Employed locally 40
National median $91,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,860
    25th
    $56,140
    50th (median)
    $61,160
    75th
    $61,160
    90th
    $85,210

    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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    Floral Designers $24,670
    Producers and Directors $58,890

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Technical Writers in Southern Ohio is $29.41, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.97 or more per hour.

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

    The median Technical Writers salary in Southern Ohio is 33.3% 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 Ohio?

    Entry-level Technical Writers (10th percentile) earn around $43,860 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $56,140.