Film and Video Editors Salary (2025)
Based on 25,610 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $40,280 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $52,720 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $75,420 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $105,310 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $148,550 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$40K
25th
$53K
Median
$75K
75th
$105K
90th
$149K
Highest Paying States for Film and Video Editors
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| New York | $107,850 |
| New Jersey | $101,590 |
| California | $99,450 |
| District of Columbia | $96,280 |
| Massachusetts | $95,530 |
| Colorado | $88,300 |
| Connecticut | $83,620 |
| Maryland | $83,290 |
| Virginia | $80,660 |
| Illinois | $77,150 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Film and Video Editors salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is New York at an average of $107,850 per year, while Illinois has an average of $77,150 — a difference of $30,700. 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 Film and Video Editors
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 25,610 workers were employed as Film and Video 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 $86,130 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 27-4032