Editor salary in United States

The average salary for an Editor is $78,281 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 895 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 9, 2026.

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Editor salaries typically range between a low of $46,629 and a high of $131,416 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Editor include Baltimore, MD at $99,901 per year, Washington, DC at $96,586 per year, and New York, NY at $89,445 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Editor include Epsilon Inc ($244,098 per year) and Proclinical Staffing ($202,810 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Editor salary compares to related positions:

• Assistant Editor: Average $75,082 per year
• Associate Editor: Average $65,628 per year
• Junior Editor: Average $61,259 per year
• Senior Editor: Average $92,876 per year