How much does a technical writer make in Nevada?
$88,750a year
Median yearly pay for technical writers in Nevada. That is $42.67 an hour or $7,396 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.67
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $56,710Median: $88,750Highest 10%: $124,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $56,710 | $27.26 | |
| 25th | $70,910 | $34.09 | |
| Median | $88,750 | $42.67 | |
| 75th | $104,300 | $50.13 | |
| 90th | $124,800 | $60.00 |
Cities in Nevada
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Reno, NV | $83,920 |
| Las Vegas, NV | $82,860 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for technical writers.
| 12. New Mexico | $94,970 |
| 13. Virginia | $93,600 |
| 14. Delaware | $90,370 |
| 15. Nevada | $88,750 |
| 16. Illinois | $88,700 |
| 17. Vermont | $87,860 |
| 18. Pennsylvania | $87,620 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a technical writer make an hour in Nevada?
The median hourly pay in Nevada is $42.67 ($88,750 a year).
Do technical writers make more in Nevada than the national average?
No: $88,750 against $90,390 nationally, 2% less.
Where does Nevada rank for technical writer pay?
Nevada ranks 15 of 45 states.
Which city in Nevada pays technical writers the most?
Reno, NV, with a median of $83,920 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.