How much does a technical writer make in Washington?
$104,100a year
Median yearly pay for technical writers in Washington. That is $50.03 an hour or $8,673 a month.
- Hourly
- $50.03
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 1,620
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,420Median: $104,100Highest 10%: $169,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,420 | $29.05 | |
| 25th | $78,680 | $37.83 | |
| Median | $104,100 | $50.03 | |
| 75th | $131,900 | $63.43 | |
| 90th | $169,800 | $81.64 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kennewick, WA | $119,200 |
| Seattle, WA | $107,600 |
| Olympia, WA | $85,050 |
| Spokane, WA | $84,300 |
| Portland, OR | $81,540 |
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 |
| 7. Connecticut | $101,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a technical writer make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $50.03 ($104,100 a year).
Do technical writers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $104,100 against $90,390 nationally, 15% more.
Where does Washington rank for technical writer pay?
Washington ranks 4 of 45 states.
Which city in Washington pays technical writers the most?
Kennewick-Richland, WA, with a median of $119,200 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.