Senior Writer Salary in San Diego, California

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How much does a Senior Writer make in San Diego, CA? The average Senior Writer salary in San Diego, CA is $145,467 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $125,370 and $165,340. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Sr Technical Writer with Security Clearance
CACI - WASHINGTON , DC
Sr Technical Writer Job Category: Engineering and Technical Support Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI Employee Type: Regular Perc
- 1 day ago
Sr Technical Writer with Security Clearance
MAG DS Corp dba MAG Aerospace - ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND , MD
Position Summary MAG Aerospace is hiring for a Senior Technical Writer/Editor who will oversee and manage all IETM/ETM and IKTB development in order to ensure t
- 1 day ago
Sr Tech Writer with Security Clearance
People, Technology and Processes LLC - FT HUACHUCA , AZ
Description PWS Position Title: Sr Technical Writer Position Location: Sierra Vista, AZ Clearance Level: Secret Responsibilities (including, but not limited): T
- 1 day ago
Technical Writer Sr. - TS/SCI with Security Clearance
General Dynamics Information Technology - ANNAPOLIS , MD
GDIT is your place. Make it your own by bringing your ideas and unique perspective to our culture. By owning your opportunity at GDIT, you are helping us ensure
- 1 day ago
Sr Technical Writer with Security Clearance
Scientific Research Corporation - COLORADO SPRINGS , CO
Salary Statement Estimated Starting Salary Range: USD $84,450.00/Yr. USD $140,700.00/Yr. Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills
- 1 day ago
Sr. Technical Editor/Writer with Security Clearance
General Dynamics Information Technology - NEWINGTON , VA
Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Technical Editor Senior supporting Technology Shared Services (TSS). GDIT is your place to make meaningful
- 1 day ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Senior Writer in San Diego, CA. The base salary for Senior Writer ranges from $125,370 to $165,340 with the average base salary of $145,467. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $127,046 to $176,737 with the average total cash compensation of $150,103.

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About San Diego, California    According to SDSU professor emeritus Monte Marshall, San Diego Bay is "the surface expression of a north-south-trending, nested graben". The Rose Cany....More

San Diego, California  area prices were up 2.6% from a year ago

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