2024 wage data not published for technical writers in Delaware
The Bureau of Labor Statistics suppresses wage estimates when the surveyed cell has too few employers to publish a figure without revealing individual firm pay. The privacy redaction happens upstream, before the data reaches us.
BLS still reports an estimated 100 workers in this role in Delaware in 2024.
Use national figures and adjacent states below as a reference, or check BLS confidentiality rules for context.
Salary distribution
Where Delaware technical writers fall on the wage curve.
Distribution not available
The Bureau of Labor Statistics suppresses wage percentiles for this occupation and state when the surveyed cell has too few employers to publish without revealing individual firm pay. National figures and adjacent states below remain a useful reference.
Technical Writers pay by experience level in Delaware
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Delaware over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
Less than 5 years
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.9 / 5
Writing
Basic skill
- 4.8 / 5
English Language
Knowledge
- 4.3 / 5
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge
- 4.3 / 5
Written Expression
Ability
- 4.1 / 5
Written Comprehension
Ability
- 4.1 / 5
Reading Comprehension
Basic skill
- 4.0 / 5
Near Vision
Ability
- 3.9 / 5
Oral Comprehension
Ability
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Organize material and complete writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.
- 02
Maintain records and files of work and revisions.
- 03
Edit, standardize, or make changes to material prepared by other writers or establishment personnel.
- 04
Select photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate material.
- 05
Interview production and engineering personnel and read journals and other material to become familiar with product technologies and production methods.
- 06
Develop or maintain online help documentation.
- 07
Assist in laying out material for publication.
- 08
Study drawings, specifications, mockups, and product samples to integrate and delineate technology, operating procedure, and production sequence and detail.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+0.9%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Slower than average
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Technical Writers a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 0.9% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Technical Writers?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.