Technical Writers Salary in Colorado
Technical Writers in Colorado earn a median of $100,610 a year, +11% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $100,610
- vs. U.S. median
- +11% ($90,390)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 1,320
Pay range in Colorado
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $69,730; the top 10% earn over $160,950. Nationally the range is $57,440 to $145,270.
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Technical Writers pay in Colorado
How much do technical writers make in Colorado?
The median is $100,610 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $69,730 and the top 10% earn over $160,950. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Colorado a good state for technical writers?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 45 (+11% vs. the national median of $90,390). Living costs are not included.