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Associate editor salary in United States, 2026

How much does an Associate Editor make in the United States?

Average base salary

$64,285
Average $64,285
Low $44,152
High $93,600

The average salary for a associate editor is $64,285 per year in the United States. 168 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 23, 2026).

Associate Editor job openings in United States

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Associate Editor (must reside ...
Trade Media Hui4out of 5 stars.
Honolulu, HI
From $48,000 a year
Full-time
14 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Associate Editor in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Sony Pictures Entertainment
 
$134,030per year
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Newsday Media Group
 
$122,500per year
Dow Jones
 
$122,500per year
Tekberry
 
$120,640per year
T. Rowe Price
 
$114,667per year
Genesis10
 
$114,421per year

Highest paying cities for Associate Editors near United States

  1. Houston, TX
    $87,850 per year
  2. Washington, DC
    $76,011 per year
  3. Philadelphia, PA
    $75,831 per year
  4. Los Angeles, CA
    $65,130 per year
  5. New York, NY
    $64,883 per year

Where can an Associate Editor earn more?

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