Technical Writers Salary in Wisconsin
Technical Writers in Wisconsin earn a median of $80,030 a year, −11% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $80,030
- vs. U.S. median
- −11% ($90,390)
- Rank among states
- 31 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 910
Pay range in Wisconsin
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $56,460; the top 10% earn over $119,930. Nationally the range is $57,440 to $145,270.
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- Web and Digital Interface Designers$95,340 median in Wisconsin
- Document Management Specialists$88,130 median in Wisconsin (broader BLS group)
Technical Writers pay in Wisconsin
How much do technical writers make in Wisconsin?
The median is $80,030 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $56,460 and the top 10% earn over $119,930. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Wisconsin a good state for technical writers?
On pay alone it ranks 31 of 45 (−11% vs. the national median of $90,390). Living costs are not included.