Editors Salary in the United States
Median pay, percentile range, and top US metros — official BLS data.
The median salary for Editors in the United States is $77,920 per year — about $37 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of all workers in this occupation earn between $57,300 and $106,100 a year.
Salary range
Top US metros for Editors
| Metro | Local salary |
|---|---|
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $117,580 |
| New Haven, CT | $98,550 |
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $102,120 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $102,940 |
| Oshkosh-Neenah, WI | $79,350 |
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA | $100,050 |
| Waterbury-Shelton, CT | $87,150 |
| Canton-Massillon, OH | $76,350 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH | $78,690 |
| Trenton-Princeton, NJ | $86,870 |
Frequently asked questions
How much do Editors make in the US?
The median salary is $77,920 per year (about $37 per hour), according to BLS data. The middle 50% of workers earn between $57,300 and $106,100 a year.
How much do Editors make per hour?
About $37 per hour, based on the median annual salary of $77,920 for full-time work (2,080 hours per year).
What education do you need to work as Editors?
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Do these salary figures include bonuses or overtime?
No. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics reflect base wages only — they exclude overtime pay, bonuses, and most benefits.
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