Technical Writers Salary in Texas
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 8 metro areas • Texas
Technical Writers in Texas earn a median salary of $71,551 per year on average across 8 metro and nonmetro areas, -21.9% vs the national median of $91,670. An estimated 3,070 technical writers are employed across Texas, with salaries ranging from $49,290 to $84,210 depending on location.
$71,551
Avg median salary in Texas
$84,210
Highest paying metro
$49,290
Lowest paying metro
3,070
Employed in Texas
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Technical Writers salaries by city in Texas
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin, TX | $84,210 | $66,140 | $102,810 | 630 |
| Dallas, TX | $79,990 | $59,330 | $101,780 | 1,320 |
| Houston, TX | $79,060 | $57,910 | $97,020 | 750 |
| Killeen, TX | $77,900 | $60,450 | $84,210 | 40 |
| San Antonio, TX | $76,370 | $57,900 | $92,730 | 230 |
| North Region of Texas | $65,100 | $45,190 | $84,610 | 30 |
| El Paso, TX | $60,490 | $46,470 | $76,650 | 40 |
| Hill Country Region of Texas | $49,290 | $46,550 | $68,540 | 30 |