Technical Writers Salary in Michigan
Technical Writers in Michigan earn a median of $85,270 a year, −6% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $85,270
- vs. U.S. median
- −6% ($90,390)
- Rank among states
- 22 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 970
Pay range in Michigan
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $57,600; the top 10% earn over $127,070. Nationally the range is $57,440 to $145,270.
States ranked near Michigan
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- Desktop Publishers$45,300 median in Michigan
- Proofreaders and Copy Markers$35,530 median in Michigan
- Statistical Assistants$49,660 median in Michigan
- Electrical and Electronics Drafters$73,860 median in Michigan
- Web and Digital Interface Designers$81,010 median in Michigan
- Document Management Specialists$105,680 median in Michigan (broader BLS group)
Technical Writers pay in Michigan
How much do technical writers make in Michigan?
The median is $85,270 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $57,600 and the top 10% earn over $127,070. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Michigan a good state for technical writers?
On pay alone it ranks 22 of 45 (−6% vs. the national median of $90,390). Living costs are not included.