Editors Salary in Central Missouri

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

Median annual salary $45,340 -39.8% vs national
Median hourly $21.80
10th percentile $28,770
90th percentile $85,970
Employed locally 50
National median $75,260

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,770
    25th
    $36,520
    50th (median)
    $45,340
    75th
    $57,190
    90th
    $85,970

    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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    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Editors make per hour in Central Missouri?

    The median hourly wage for Editors in Central Missouri is $21.80, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $43.65 or more per hour.

    Is Central Missouri above or below average for Editors salaries?

    The median Editors salary in Central Missouri is 39.8% 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 Missouri?

    Entry-level Editors (10th percentile) earn around $28,770 per year in Central Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,520.