Technical Writers Salary in Ohio
In Ohio, technical writers earn $70,640 at the median — $33.96 an hour. The range runs from $51K at the entry level to $106K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Ohio. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $71K get you in Ohio?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Ohio
Entry-level technical writers (10th percentile) start around $51K. Mid-career wages sit at $71K. Top earners bring in $106K or more, a $55K spread from bottom to top.
Technical Writers salary by metro in Ohio
7 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus | $74K | +5% | 270 |
| Cincinnati | $73K | +3% | 380 |
| Akron | $70K | -1% | 70 |
| Cleveland | $65K | -8% | 280 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek | $65K | -8% | 190 |
| Toledo | $61K | -13% | 50 |
| Canton-Massillon | $60K | -15% | 30 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do technical writers make in Ohio?
The median is $70,640 a year, that works out to about $34 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $50,600, and experienced technical writers can clear $105,840. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $71K enough to live in Ohio?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $4,736/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,188/month, which eats 25.1% 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 Ohio?
Ohio 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 $77,244 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.