BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Technical Writers in Illinois earn between $58,800 and $130,890, with a mean of $92,610. The national average for this role is $96,665.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| Illinois | $92,610 |
| National Average | $96,665 |
| California | $117,060 |
| New Jersey | $116,550 |
| Massachusetts | $114,610 |
| District of Columbia | $112,210 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. Illinois. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.