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Hourly Wage for System Documentation Supervisor Salary in the United States

What is the highest and lowest hourly pay for System Documentation Supervisor?

As of November 01, 2025, the average hourly rate for a System Documentation Supervisor in the United States is $48, which translates to an annual salary of about $100,493.

However, the hourly wage can vary significantly based on several factors. Here’s a detailed look at the typical pay range per hour:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $54 per hour
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $44 to $51 per hour
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41 per hour
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System Documentation Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $107,077 $8,923 $2,059 $51
Average $100,493 $8,374 $1,933 $48
25th Percentile $92,546 $7,712 $1,780 $44
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Key Factors That Influence System Documentation Supervisor Salaries

A System Documentation Supervisor's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects System Documentation Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a System Documentation Supervisor's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $96,366
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $96,957
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $98,138
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $100,264
  • Expert (over 8 years): $102,677
Levels Salary
Entry Level System Documentation Supervisor $96,366
Intermediate Level System Documentation Supervisor $96,957
Senior Level System Documentation Supervisor $98,138
Specialist Level System Documentation Supervisor $100,264
Expert Level System Documentation Supervisor $102,677
$96,366 0 yr
$96,957 < 2 yrs
$98,138 2-4 yrs
$100,264 5-8 yrs
$102,677 > 8 yrs
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How Education impacts a System Documentation Supervisor's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many System Documentation Supervisors enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a System Documentation Supervisor with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $92,675 and $98,827.

System Documentation Supervisor Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for System Documentation Supervisor
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
High School 25.0%
Bachelors 50.0%
Masters 25.0%
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System Documentation Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a System Documentation Supervisor's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on November 01, 2025

Salary Trends for System Documentation Supervisors

Salaries for a System Documentation Supervisor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $106,916 in 2023 to around $108,320 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of System Documentation Supervisor salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of System Documentation Supervisor Over Time

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2023
$106,916
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$109,067
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2024 $109,067
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System Documentation Supervisor bonus and incentive rates

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Base Salary 62.9%
Bonuses 9.1%
Social Security 5.5%
401k/403b 3.0%
Disability 1.4%
Healthcare 5.2%
Pension 3.9%
Time Off 8.9%
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Core Compensation
Median % of Total
Base Salary $100,493 62.9%
Bonus $14,555 9.1%
Value of Benefits
Median % of Total
Social Security $8,801 5.5%
401K/403B $4,832 3.0%
Disability $2,301 1.4%
Healthcare $8,352 5.2%
Pension $6,213 3.9%
Time Off $14,160 8.9%
Total Compensation $159,706 100%
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FAQ about System Documentation Supervisor

1. What are the responsibilities of System Documentation Supervisor?

Coordinates the production of functional, configuration, and user interface documentation for computer software and hardware products. Collaborates with technical teams to prepare accurate, clear, and concise content for manuals, release notes, and other technical documentation. Reviews, edits, and approves the final content. Implements standardized methods and control procedures to manage and organize technical documentation. Monitors project deliverables and timelines to ensure on-time delivery of release notes, manuals, and online content. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. Typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area and department processes.

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