How much does a technical writer make in Massachusetts?
$109,200a year
Median yearly pay for technical writers in Massachusetts. That is $52.50 an hour or $9,100 a month.
- Hourly
- $52.50
- Vs. national median
- +21%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 1,850
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $71,120Median: $109,200Highest 10%: $165,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $71,120 | $34.19 | |
| 25th | $86,060 | $41.38 | |
| Median | $109,200 | $52.50 | |
| 75th | $134,600 | $64.72 | |
| 90th | $165,100 | $79.36 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $111,800 |
| Worcester, MA | $98,020 |
| Providence, RI | $92,240 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for technical writers.
| 1. New Jersey | $122,300 |
| 2. District of Columbia | $117,800 |
| 3. Massachusetts | $109,200 |
| 4. Washington | $104,100 |
| 5. California | $104,000 |
| 6. Rhode Island | $102,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a technical writer make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $52.50 ($109,200 a year).
Do technical writers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $109,200 against $90,390 nationally, 21% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for technical writer pay?
Massachusetts ranks 3 of 45 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays technical writers the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $111,800 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.