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Junior technical writer salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does a Junior Technical Writer make in the United States?

Average base salary

$68,595
Average $68,595
Low $51,376
High $91,584

The average salary for a junior technical writer is $68,595 per year in the United States. 34 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 1, 2026).

Junior Technical Writer job openings in United States

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Junior Technical Writer
Markon4.1out of 5 stars.
Annapolis Junction, MD
$80,000 - $95,000 a year
Full-time
5 days ago

Highest paying companies for Junior Technical Writer in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Everpure
 
$110,000per year
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BlueHalo
 
$90,000per year
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Electronic Arts
 
$83,200per year
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Artech Information Systems L.L...
 
$83,200per year
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Dexian
 
$78,000per year
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Zachary Piper Solutions
 
$76,500per year
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Highest paying cities for Junior Technical Writers near United States

  1. Andrews AFB, MD
    $76,225 per year
  2. Fort Meade, MD
    $70,792 per year
  3. Washington, DC
    $65,078 per year
  4. San Diego, CA
    $63,993 per year
  5. Annapolis, MD
    $54,113 per year

Where can a Junior Technical Writer earn more?

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How much do similar professions as Junior Technical Writer get paid in United States?

Senior Technical Writer

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Technical Writer

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