Technical Writer Salary Data for San Jose, CA

$91,380
Low
Average Salary
$110,096
$139,822
High

Average hourly rate $52.93

Average weekly pay $2,117

Average monthly pay $9,175

Salaries for a Technical Writer in San Jose, CA are 40% higher than the national average ($78,640). Our salary data represents the current average and range for jobs in both the public and private sectors. Compensation will vary by industry, company size, and niche. Salaries do not include additional compensation, such as commissions or bonuses.

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