Technical Publications Salary in the United States

How much does a Technical Publications make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Technical Publications in the United States is $75,192 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

However, a Technical Publications's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,099
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66,287 to $83,518
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,179
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Technical Publications Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $83,518 $6,960 $1,606 $40
Average $75,192 $6,266 $1,446 $36
25th Percentile $66,287 $5,524 $1,275 $32
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Key Factors That Influence Technical Publications Salaries

A Technical Publications'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 Technical Publications Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Technical Publications'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): $72,100
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $72,718
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $73,955
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $75,810
  • Expert (over 8 years): $79,133
Levels Salary
Entry Level Technical Publications$72,100
Intermediate Level Technical Publications$72,718
Senior Level Technical Publications$73,955
Specialist Level Technical Publications$75,810
Expert Level Technical Publications$79,133
$72,100 0 yr
$72,718 < 2 yrs
$73,955 2-4 yrs
$75,810 5-8 yrs
$79,133 > 8 yrs
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How Do Technical Publications Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Technical Publications. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $83,253.
  • California: $82,937.
  • Massachusetts: $81,831.

Top Paying Cities for Technical Publications

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $94,840
  • San Francisco: $93,907
  • Oakland: $91,824

What Skills Can Increase a Technical Publications's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Coordination (Mentioned in 5.56% Job Postings): Ability to plan, execute, and adjust job duties to achieve business goals.
  • Equipment Operation (Mentioned in 5.56% Job Postings): This is skilled and unskilled work in the operation of mechanical tools and light to heavy equipment used in maintenance and construction or on the grounds of state properties or facilities and routine maintenance of that equipment.
  • Preventive Maintenance (Mentioned in 2.78% Job Postings): Preventive maintenance is the act of performing regularly scheduled maintenance activities to help prevent unexpected failures in the future. Put simply, it's about fixing things before they break.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Coordination 5.56%
Equipment Operation 5.56%
Preventive Maintenance 2.78%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Technical Publications's salary.
  • Equipment Servicing: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Team Management: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Calibration: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Equipment Servicing
$80,455
7%
Team Management
$79,704
6%
Calibration
$78,952
5%
Initiative
$78,952
5%
Written Communication
$78,952
5%
Federal Aviation Administration
$78,200
4%
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How Education impacts a Technical Publications's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Technical Publications 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 Technical Publications with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $79,418 and $85,469).

Technical Publications Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Technical Publications
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 6.3%
High School 43.8%
Associates 25.0%
Bachelors 18.8%
Masters 3.1%
Doctorate 3.1%
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Technical Publications Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Technical Publications'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 January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Technical Publications

Salaries for a Technical Publications can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $57,350 in 2023 to around $57,594 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Technical Publications salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Technical Publications Over Time

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