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Photo editor salary in United States, 2026

How much does a Photo Editor make in the United States?

Average base salary

$21.37
Average $21.37
Low $11.97
High $38.16

The average salary for a photo editor is $21.37 per hour in the United States. 159 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 10, 2026).

Photo Editor job openings in United States

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Photo Editor - The Breeze - IE
James Madison University4.3out of 5 stars.
Harrisonburg, VA
Part-time
20 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Photo Editor in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
THE PLANET GROUP
 
$144,021per year
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Dexian
 
$142,480per year
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Rivian
 
$136,700per year
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Aquent
 
$116,194per year
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Realtor.com
 
$115,000per year
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Los Angeles Times
 
$113,250per year
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Highest paying cities for Photo Editors near United States

  1. Los Angeles, CA
    $36.10 per hour
  2. New York, NY
    $32.56 per hour
  3. Port Jefferson Station, NY
    $24.25 per hour
  4. Secaucus, NJ
    $23.00 per hour
  5. Houston, TX
    $22.72 per hour

Where can a Photo Editor earn more?

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