Technical Writers Salary in Texas
In Texas, technical writers earn $79,060 at the median — $38.01 an hour. The range runs from $49K at the entry level to $120K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Texas. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $79K get you in Texas?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Texas
Entry-level technical writers (10th percentile) start around $49K. Mid-career wages sit at $79K. Top earners bring in $120K or more, a $71K spread from bottom to top.
Technical Writers salary by metro in Texas
6 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos | $84K | +7% | 630 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington | $80K | +1% | 1,320 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands | $79K | +0% | 750 |
| Killeen-Temple | $78K | -1% | 40 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels | $76K | -3% | 230 |
| El Paso | $60K | -23% | 40 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do technical writers make in Texas?
The median is $79,060 a year, that works out to about $38 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $48,920, and experienced technical writers can clear $120,160. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $79K enough to live in Texas?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $5,334/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,415/month, which eats 26.5% 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 Texas?
Texas 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 $86,414 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.