Technical Writers Salary in Illinois

Median Salary

$88,700

per year

Hourly Rate

$42.65

per hour

Employment

1,040

in Illinois

vs. National Avg

-1.9%

National: $90,390

📊 Compared to the national median of $90,390, Illinois pays 1.9% LESS for Technical Writers positions.

Purchasing Power

$91,068

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

97.4

3% below national avg

Rent/Income

18%

Affordable

Salary Distribution in Illinois

10th

$58,800

25th

$73,140

Median

$88,700

75th

$106,650

90th

$130,890

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).