Creative & Education Louisiana (LA) Rank #33 of 50

Technical Writer Salary in Louisiana

The median technical writer salary in Louisiana is $72,764 per year, which is 9% below the national median of $79,960.

Median Salary

$72,764

vs National

$-7,196

State Rank

#33 of 50

Cost of Living

91%

Technical Writer Salary in Louisiana by Experience

In Louisiana, an entry-level technical writer earns around $47,320, while experienced professionals earn up to $107,380 per year. The cost of living index in Louisiana is 91% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$47,320

$-4,680 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$72,800

$-7,200 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$107,380

$-10,620 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisiana

Percentile	LA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$45,318	$49,800	$-4,482
25th Percentile	$57,330	$63,000	$-5,670
Median (50th)	$72,764	$79,960	$-7,196
75th Percentile	$93,548	$102,800	$-9,252
90th Percentile	$117,026	$128,600	$-11,574

Major Cities for Technical Writers in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for technical writers in Louisiana include New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, and Lafayette. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

New Orleans, LA