Editors Salary in South Central Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $48,340 -35.8% vs national
Median hourly $23.24
10th percentile $36,760
90th percentile $74,370
Employed locally 60
National median $75,260

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,760
    25th
    $40,600
    50th (median)
    $48,340
    75th
    $59,360
    90th
    $74,370

    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 South Central Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Editors in South Central Wisconsin is $23.24, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.71 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Wisconsin above or below average for Editors salaries?

    The median Editors salary in South Central Wisconsin is 35.8% 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Editors (10th percentile) earn around $36,760 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,600.