Editors Salary in Helena, MT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Helena, MT

Median annual salary $66,770 -11.3% vs national
Median hourly $32.10
10th percentile $29,640
90th percentile $123,820
Employed locally 30
National median $75,260

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,640
    25th
    $47,620
    50th (median)
    $66,770
    75th
    $83,490
    90th
    $123,820

    Helena economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $74,040 2023 • Census ACS
    Editors salary vs area income 90% Median Editors salary is 10% below the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Editors salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Binghamton, NY $78,900
    Bozeman, MT $46,410
    Missoula, MT $45,770
    Billings, MT $45,330

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Public Relations Specialists$61,640
    Graphic Designers$62,870
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$37,410
    Coaches and Scouts$52,510
    Audio and Video Technicians$36,950

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Editors make per hour in Helena?

    The median hourly wage for Editors in Helena, MT is $32.10, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $59.53 or more per hour.

    Is Helena above or below average for Editors salaries?

    The median Editors salary in Helena, MT is 11.3% 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 Helena?

    Entry-level Editors (10th percentile) earn around $29,640 per year in Helena, MT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,620.