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

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,610
    25th
    $67,580
    50th (median)
    $90,570
    75th
    $134,390
    90th
    $168,540

    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.