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Technical Documentation: Average Salary & Pay Trends 2026 | Glassdoor
How much does Technical Documentation make?
Total pay range
$73K - $130K/yr
$97K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$59K - $103K/yrBase pay
$15K - $27K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Apr 10, 20258 Salaries submitted
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Recent salaries shared by Technical Documentation
4 salaries
Job Title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Location
Date submitted
Job Title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Technical Documentation
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1-3 years
$50K - $58K/yr
Dallas, TX
submitted on Apr 26, 2023
$50K - $58K/yr
Technical Documentation
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1-3 years
$32K - $38K/yr
Pittsburgh, PA
submitted on Mar 26, 2023
$32K - $38K/yr
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Technical Documentation
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1-3 years
$37K - $43K/yr
Columbus, IN
submitted on Mar 1, 2021
$37K - $43K/yr
Technical Documentation
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1-3 years
$45K - $52K/yr
Provo, UT
submitted on Oct 8, 2020
$45K - $52K/yr
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Glassdoor Economist Pay Overview
What is the pay outlook for Media & Communications?
Media and communications jobs are expected to see increased demand due to growth in different communications platforms. Digital expertise will become increasingly important as consumers continue to shift away from print, radio and television and towards electronic media. Most media & communications careers require higher education, although this varies greatly depending on the field, and usually offer above-average pay.
Frequently asked questions about Technical Documentation salaries
The average salary for Technical Documentation is $97,305 per year or $47 per hour, with top earners making up to $167,903 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $73,478 (25th percentile) to $130,164 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 8 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Technical Documentation employees.
The highest salary for Technical Documentation is $130,164 per year, $10,847 per month or $63 per hour.
The lowest salary for Technical Documentation is $73,478 per year, $6,123 per month or $35 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Technical Documentation ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $98,172 per year (estimate) and goes up to $230,121 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.