Editors Salary in Southwest New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $58,990 -21.6% vs national
Median hourly $28.36
10th percentile $37,830
90th percentile $97,350
Employed locally 40
National median $75,260

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,830
    25th
    $48,260
    50th (median)
    $58,990
    75th
    $72,040
    90th
    $97,350

    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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    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts$53,150
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$38,480
    Public Relations Specialists$63,150
    Graphic Designers$57,980
    Audio and Video Technicians$45,570
    Commercial and Industrial Designers$71,070

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Editors make per hour in Southwest New York?

    The median hourly wage for Editors in Southwest New York is $28.36, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $58.98 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest New York above or below average for Editors salaries?

    The median Editors salary in Southwest New York is 21.6% 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 Southwest New York?

    Entry-level Editors (10th percentile) earn around $37,830 per year in Southwest New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,260.