Technical Writers pay in Georgia
In Georgia, the median pay for technical writers is $35.13 an hour ($73,070 a year). About 1,680 people work in this job there.
That is 19% lower than the U.S. median ($90,390). Georgia ranks 38th of 45 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for technical writers in Georgia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $27.87 | $57,970 |
| 25% of workers | $28.73 | $59,760 |
| Half of workers (median) | $35.13 | $73,070 |
| 75% of workers | $46.82 | $97,390 |
| 90% of workers | $58.79 | $122,290 |
Technical Writers pay in Georgia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Augusta-Richmond County | $103,730 | 160 |
| Savannah | $103,000 | 120 |
| Warner Robins | $87,810 | 40 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell | $75,140 | 890 |
Georgia unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for technical writers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Experience usually needed to start: Less than 5 years (BLS)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +0.8% over ten years, little or no change · about 3,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Georgia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Public Relations Specialists | $73,200 |
| Editors | $76,650 |
| Interpreters and Translators | $57,880 |
| News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists | $81,910 |
| Writers and Authors | $74,710 |
| Media and Communication Workers, All Other | $67,220 |
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