Editor salary in United States

The average salary for an Editor is $78,826 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 906 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 6, 2026.

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Editor salaries typically range between a low of $47,254 and a high of $131,491 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Editor include Washington, DC at $96,693 per year, New York, NY at $89,211 per year, and San Francisco, CA at $88,936 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 $75,442 per year
• Associate Editor: Average $66,371 per year
• Junior Editor: Average $63,691 per year
• Senior Editor: Average $92,474 per year