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Technical Writers and Editors

Earnings

Median annual earnings for salaried technical writers were $72,850 in May 2019, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salaries ranged from less than $44,320 to more than $117,250. Editors of all types earned a median salary of $61,370. The lowest paid 10 percent earned $32,620 or less and the highest paid 10 percent earned $122,280 or more.

Technical writers who worked for computer and peripheral equipment manufacturing and similar organizations earn the highest salaries; the annual mean salary was $109,580 in May 2019. Technical editors who work for architectural, engineering, and related services earn top salaries, with the annual mean salary of $95,760 in May 2019.

Most companies offer benefits that include paid holidays and vacations, medical insurance, and 401(k) plans. They may also offer profit sharing, pension plans, and tuition assistance programs.

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