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Senior technical writer salary in United States, 2026

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

Average base salary

$104,972
Average $104,972
Low $67,499
High $163,250

The average salary for a senior technical writer is $104,972 per year in the United States. 480 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 28, 2026).

Senior Technical Writer job openings in United States

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Senior Technical Writer
Honeywell3.7out of 5 stars.
Northford, CT
$83,200 - $104,000 a year
Full-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Senior Technical Writer in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Acara Solutions
 
$197,600per year
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Aptara
 
$197,600per year
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MERCOR
 
$195,642per year
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Roblox
 
$192,953per year
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Microsoft
 
$191,933per year
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Block
 
$181,900per year
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Highest paying cities for Senior Technical Writers near United States

  1. San Francisco, CA
    $146,061 per year
  2. Seattle, WA
    $136,294 per year
  3. Ann Arbor, MI
    $128,861 per year
  4. New York, NY
    $124,432 per year
  5. Austin, TX
    $116,328 per year

Where can a Senior Technical Writer earn more?

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

Junior Technical Writer

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Technical Writer

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Senior Technical Writer

Job openings
Average $104,972 per year