Editors Salary in Los Angeles, CA
BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
Median annual salary
$90,570
+20.3% vs national
Median hourly
$43.55
10th percentile
$50,610
90th percentile
$168,540
Employed locally
8,690
National median
$75,260
Compare Editors salary & buying power
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Los Angeles economic context
Unemployment rate
5.40%
2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
Median household income
$93,525
2023 • Census ACS
Editors salary vs area income
97%
Median Editors salary is 3% below the area median household income
Frequently asked questions
How much do Editors make per hour in Los Angeles?
The median hourly wage for Editors in Los Angeles, CA is $43.55, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $85.33 or more per hour.
Is Los Angeles above or below average for Editors salaries?
The median Editors salary in Los Angeles, CA is 20.3% above 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 Los Angeles?
Entry-level Editors (10th percentile) earn around $50,610 per year in Los Angeles, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $67,580.