Desktop Publishers Salary (2025)
Based on 3,350 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $35,680 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $43,730 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $55,290 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $73,840 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $96,170 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$36K
25th
$44K
Median
$55K
75th
$74K
90th
$96K
Highest Paying States for Desktop Publishers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $78,250 |
| Colorado | $76,500 |
| New York | $68,540 |
| Maryland | $67,050 |
| South Carolina | $66,880 |
| New Jersey | $66,750 |
| Massachusetts | $65,980 |
| Illinois | $61,780 |
| Minnesota | $60,680 |
| Arizona | $59,390 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Desktop Publishers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $78,250 per year, while Arizona has an average of $59,390 — a difference of $18,860. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Desktop Publishers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 3,350 workers were employed as Desktop Publisherss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Office and Administrative Support Occupations. The annual mean wage of $61,970 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 43-9031