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Contract Technical Writer

Average Contract Technical Writer Salary

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$60,815
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$43k
MEDIAN
$61k
90%
$87k

The average salary for a Contract Technical Writer is $60,815 in 2025

Base Salary
$43k - $87k
Bonus
$520 - $8k
Profit Sharing
$492 - $8k
Commission
$3k - $6k
Total Pay
$40k - $91k
Based on 3,874 salary profiles (last updated Sep 08 2021)
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Common Health Benefits for a Contract Technical Writer

Medical
82%
Dental
76%
Vision
71%
None
17%

Gender Breakdown for Contract Technical Writers

Female
62.2%
Male
37.1%
Prefer to self-define
0.8%
This data is based on 2,102 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Contract Technical Writers

What is the highest pay for Contract Technical Writers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Contract Technical Writer is $87k / year

What is the lowest pay for Contract Technical Writers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Contract Technical Writer is $43k / year

How can Contract Technical Writers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Contract Technical Writer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Contract Technical Writer that oversees more junior Contract Technical Writers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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