Editors Salary in Central Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $52,110 -30.8% vs national
Median hourly $25.05
10th percentile $39,040
90th percentile $149,060
Employed locally 40
National median $75,260

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,040
    25th
    $44,350
    50th (median)
    $52,110
    75th
    $76,310
    90th
    $149,060

    Top-paying metros for Editors

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $99,720
    New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ $99,220
    New York $98,620
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $96,270
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $94,750
    Delaware $91,700

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    OccupationMedian salary
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    Producers and Directors $50,360

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Editors make per hour in Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Editors in Central Kentucky is $25.05, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $71.66 or more per hour.

    Is Central Kentucky above or below average for Editors salaries?

    The median Editors salary in Central Kentucky is 30.8% below the national median of $75,260. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Editors in Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Editors (10th percentile) earn around $39,040 per year in Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,350.