How much does a technical writer make in Oregon?
$84,000a year
Median yearly pay for technical writers in Oregon. That is $40.38 an hour or $7,000 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.38
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 23 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 590
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,990Median: $84,000Highest 10%: $150,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,990 | $28.36 | |
| 25th | $69,880 | $33.60 | |
| Median | $84,000 | $40.38 | |
| 75th | $122,100 | $58.70 | |
| 90th | $150,200 | $72.22 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Salem, OR | $84,000 |
| Portland, OR | $81,540 |
| Eugene, OR | $77,210 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for technical writers.
| 20. Florida | $86,240 |
| 21. Alabama | $85,840 |
| 22. Michigan | $85,270 |
| 23. Oregon | $84,000 |
| 24. Minnesota | $83,270 |
| 25. Alaska | $83,200 |
| 26. Texas | $82,750 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a technical writer make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $40.38 ($84,000 a year).
Do technical writers make more in Oregon than the national average?
No: $84,000 against $90,390 nationally, 7% less.
Where does Oregon rank for technical writer pay?
Oregon ranks 23 of 45 states.
Which city in Oregon pays technical writers the most?
Salem, OR, with a median of $84,000 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.