Editorial assistant salary in United States

The average salary for an Editorial Assistant is $51,742 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 146 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on July 31, 2026.

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Editorial Assistant salaries typically range between a low of $39,196 and a high of $68,303 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Editorial Assistant include New York, NY at $55,261 per year, Falls Church, VA at $51,962 per year, and Birmingham, AL at $44,323 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Editorial Assistant include 24 Seven ($104,000 per year) and SmashBox ($91,175 per year).