How much does a technical writer make in Rhode Island?
$102,400a year
Median yearly pay for technical writers in Rhode Island. That is $49.21 an hour or $8,530 a month.
- Hourly
- $49.21
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $77,480Median: $102,400Highest 10%: $115,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $77,480 | $37.25 | |
| 25th | $81,780 | $39.32 | |
| Median | $102,400 | $49.21 | |
| 75th | $105,600 | $50.79 | |
| 90th | $115,400 | $55.47 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $92,240 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for technical writers.
| 3. Massachusetts | $109,200 |
| 4. Washington | $104,100 |
| 5. California | $104,000 |
| 6. Rhode Island | $102,400 |
| 7. Connecticut | $101,900 |
| 8. Maryland | $101,000 |
| 9. Colorado | $100,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a technical writer make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $49.21 ($102,400 a year).
Do technical writers make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $102,400 against $90,390 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for technical writer pay?
Rhode Island ranks 6 of 45 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays technical writers the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $92,240 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.