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Freelance editor salary in United States (Updated 2026)
How much does a Freelance Editor make in the United States?
Average base salary
$29.65
- Hour
- Day
- Month
Average $29.65
Low $15.74
High $55.87
The average salary for a freelance editor is $29.65 per hour in the United States. 52 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 24, 2026).
Highest paying companies for Freelance Editor in United States
Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.thelab
$192,400per year
MERCOR
$187,200per year
Paramount
$150,800per year
Omnicom Health Group
$145,600per year
Publicis Groupe
$126,994per year
MotorTrend Group
$115,000per year
