Technical Writers Salary in District of Columbia
Ranked #4 of 45 · DC
15.7% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $112,210 ≈ $54/hr
Median annual salary $117,810
Employment 440
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $74,720P25 $84,990 Median $117,810P75 $128,610P90 $148,770
About 80% of technical writerss in District of Columbia earn between $74,720 and $148,770. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean technical writers salary in District of Columbia is $112,210, about 15.7% above the U.S. average ($96,970). That works out to roughly $54/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in District of Columbia
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $99,910 | $106,290 | 2,370 |