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Assistant editor salary in United States (Updated 2026)
How much does an Assistant Editor make in the United States?
Average base salary
$73,097
- Hour
- Day
- Week
- Month
- Year
Average $73,097
Low $43,489
High $122,862
The average salary for a assistant editor is $73,097 per year in the United States. 185 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 25, 2026).
Highest paying companies for Assistant Editor in United States
Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.National Public Radio
$166,000per year
The New York Times
$145,000per year
People Inc.
$142,500per year
accelerate360
$137,500per year
Los Angeles Times
$135,917per year
LSEG (London Stock Exchange Gr...
$131,050per year
