Technical Documentation Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does a Technical Documentation Specialist make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Technical Documentation Specialist in the United States is $64,779 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,646
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,402 to $70,991
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,597
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Technical Documentation Specialist Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $70,991 $5,916 $1,365 $34
Average $64,779 $5,398 $1,246 $31
25th Percentile $58,402 $4,867 $1,123 $28
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Key Factors That Influence Technical Documentation Specialist Salaries

A Technical Documentation Specialist'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 Documentation Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Technical Documentation Specialist'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): $64,322
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $79,162
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $92,824
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $117,053
  • Expert (over 8 years): $102,137
Levels Salary
Technical... Level Technical Documentation Specialist$64,322
System Do... Level Technical Documentation Specialist$79,162
System Do... Level Technical Documentation Specialist$92,824
System Do... Level Technical Documentation Specialist$117,053
System Do... Level Technical Documentation Specialist$102,137
$64,322 0 yr
$79,162 < 2 yrs
$92,824 2-4 yrs
$117,053 5-8 yrs
$102,137 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Technical Documentation Specialists

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: $81,705
  • San Francisco: $80,902
  • Oakland: $79,108

How Education impacts a Technical Documentation Specialist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Technical Documentation Specialists 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 Documentation Specialist with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $56,733 and $60,017).

Technical Documentation Specialist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Technical Documentation Specialist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 4.0%
High School 4.0%
Associates 16.0%
Bachelors 68.0%
Masters 12.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Technical Documentation Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Technical Documentation Specialist'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.

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$58,402
Average $64,779/year
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $70,991 $5,916 $1,365 $34
Average $64,779 $5,398 $1,246 $31
25th Percentile $58,402 $4,867 $1,123 $28

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Salary Trends for Technical Documentation Specialist

Salaries for a Technical Documentation Specialist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $66,822 in 2023 to around $65,512 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Technical Documentation Specialist salary trends, .

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