How much does a technical writer make in New Mexico?
$94,970a year
Median yearly pay for technical writers in New Mexico. That is $45.66 an hour or $7,914 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.66
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 420
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $53,280Median: $94,970Highest 10%: $130,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $53,280 | $25.62 | |
| 25th | $63,440 | $30.50 | |
| Median | $94,970 | $45.66 | |
| 75th | $126,000 | $60.57 | |
| 90th | $130,300 | $62.63 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Albuquerque, NM | $86,790 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for technical writers.
| 9. Colorado | $100,600 |
| 10. New York | $98,310 |
| 11. New Hampshire | $96,300 |
| 12. New Mexico | $94,970 |
| 13. Virginia | $93,600 |
| 14. Delaware | $90,370 |
| 15. Nevada | $88,750 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a technical writer make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $45.66 ($94,970 a year).
Do technical writers make more in New Mexico than the national average?
Yes: $94,970 against $90,390 nationally, 5% more.
Where does New Mexico rank for technical writer pay?
New Mexico ranks 12 of 45 states.
Which city in New Mexico pays technical writers the most?
Albuquerque, NM, with a median of $86,790 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.