Technical Writers Salary in Washington
Technical Writers in Washington earn a median of $104,070 a year, +15% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $104,070
- vs. U.S. median
- +15% ($90,390)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 1,620
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,420; the top 10% earn over $169,810. Nationally the range is $57,440 to $145,270.
States ranked near Washington
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- Document Management Specialists$128,940 median in Washington (broader BLS group)
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Technical Writers pay in Washington
How much do technical writers make in Washington?
The median is $104,070 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,420 and the top 10% earn over $169,810. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for technical writers?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 45 (+15% vs. the national median of $90,390). Living costs are not included.