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Technical Writers Salary in Texas
Ranked #26 of 45 · TX
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of technical writerss in Texas earn between $50,590 and $127,920. 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 Texas is $88,140, about 9.1% below the U.S. average ($96,970). That works out to roughly $42/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX | $88,360 | $93,970 | 650 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $87,360 | $91,110 | 660 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $86,520 | $88,540 | 1,030 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX | $82,520 | $84,930 | 250 |
| El Paso, TX | $62,830 | $68,600 | — |
| Hill Country Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $49,290 | $61,740 | 30 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do technical writers make in Texas?
The median technical writers salary in Texas is $82,750 per year (mean $88,140), and about 80% earn between $50,590 and $127,920.
How much do technical writers make per hour in Texas?
Roughly $42 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $88,140 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Texas a high-paying state for technical writers?
Texas ranks #26 of 45 states for technical writers pay. Its mean salary of $88,140 is about 9.1% below the U.S. average of $96,970.
Which metro areas in Texas pay technical writers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Texas for technical writers are Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX ($88,360), Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX ($87,360), Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX ($86,520), by median annual wage.