Best Paying Industries for Technical Writers
$91,670
National Median Salary
137
Industries Analyzed
Industry Pay Comparison PRO
| Rank | Industry | Annual Median | Pay Premium | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods (4242 and 4246 only) | $131,200 | +43.1% | 270 |
| 2 | Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods | $125,380 | +36.8% | 340 |
| 3 | Nuclear Electric Power Generation | $120,260 | +31.2% | 170 |
| 4 | Utilities | $114,770 | +25.2% | 260 |
| 5 | Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution | $113,520 | +23.8% | 230 |
| 6 | Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events | $106,380 | +16.0% | — |
| 7 | Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing | $106,260 | +15.9% | 160 |
| 8 | Federal Executive Branch (OEWS Designation) | $106,200 | +15.9% | 970 |
| 9 | Remediation and Other Waste Management Services | $105,950 | +15.6% | — |
| 10 | Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods (4241, 4247, and 4249 only) | $105,840 | +15.5% | 40 |
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