Technical Writers Salary in Maryland
Technical Writers in Maryland earn a median of $100,990 a year, +12% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $100,990
- vs. U.S. median
- +12% ($90,390)
- Rank among states
- 8 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 1,780
Pay range in Maryland
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $72,880; the top 10% earn over $149,740. Nationally the range is $57,440 to $145,270.
States ranked near Maryland
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- Desktop Publishers$69,820 median in Maryland
- Proofreaders and Copy Markers$53,920 median in Maryland
- Statistical Assistants$59,690 median in Maryland
- Electrical and Electronics Drafters$75,680 median in Maryland
- Web and Digital Interface Designers$96,760 median in Maryland
- Document Management Specialists$144,680 median in Maryland (broader BLS group)
Technical Writers pay in Maryland
How much do technical writers make in Maryland?
The median is $100,990 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $72,880 and the top 10% earn over $149,740. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Maryland a good state for technical writers?
On pay alone it ranks 8 of 45 (+12% vs. the national median of $90,390). Living costs are not included.