Technical Writers Salary in Arizona
In Arizona, technical writers earn $82,100 at the median — $39.47 an hour. The range runs from $47K at the entry level to $119K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Arizona. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $82K get you in Arizona?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Arizona
Entry-level technical writers (10th percentile) start around $47K. Mid-career wages sit at $82K. Top earners bring in $119K or more, a $72K spread from bottom to top.
Technical Writers salary by metro in Arizona
2 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler | $82K | +0% | N/A |
| Tucson | $80K | -2% | 80 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do technical writers make in Arizona?
The median is $82,100 a year, that works out to about $39 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $47,410, and experienced technical writers can clear $118,940. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $82K enough to live in Arizona?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $5,341/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,437/month, which eats 26.9% of your paycheck. That's under the 30% guideline most financial planners use, so the numbers work.
How far does a technical writers salary go in Arizona?
Arizona has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median technical writers salary is worth about $85,157 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do technical writers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.