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Technical Writer Salary in Buffalo, New York

The median technical writer salary in Buffalo, NY is $73,563 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 24.6% below the New York state average.

City Median
$73,563
vs State Avg
$-23,988
vs National
$-6,397
Cost of Living
92%

Technical Writer Salary in Buffalo by Experience

In Buffalo, an entry-level technical writer earns around $47,840, while experienced professionals earn up to $108,560 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$47,840
$-4,160 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$73,600
$-6,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$108,560
$-9,440 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Buffalo, NY

Percentile Buffalo
10th Percentile $45,816
25th Percentile $57,960
Median (50th) $73,563
75th Percentile $94,576
90th Percentile $118,312

Technical Writer Salary in Other New York Cities

How to Become a Technical Writer in Buffalo

Education

Most technical writer positions require a bachelor's degree. Buffalo and the surrounding New York area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Technical WritingDocumentation ToolsInformation ArchitectureEditingAPI DocumentationMarkdown

Job Outlook

Nationally, technical writer employment is projected to grow 7% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Buffalo may vary based on local industry and population growth.