Editors Salary (2025)
Based on 91,690 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $41,250 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $57,300 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $77,920 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $106,100 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $153,700 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$41K
25th
$57K
Median
$78K
75th
$106K
90th
$154K
Highest Paying States for Editors
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| New York | $116,740 |
| California | $111,810 |
| District of Columbia | $109,290 |
| New Jersey | $107,030 |
| Connecticut | $95,580 |
| Massachusetts | $89,740 |
| Virginia | $89,740 |
| Washington | $83,960 |
| Maryland | $83,200 |
| Vermont | $81,310 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Editors salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is New York at an average of $116,740 per year, while Vermont has an average of $81,310 — a difference of $35,430. 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 Editors
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 91,690 workers were employed as Editorss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations. The annual mean wage of $90,060 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 27-3041