Editors Salary in West Central Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $48,810 -35.1% vs national
Median hourly $23.47
10th percentile $29,450
90th percentile $83,720
Employed locally 30
National median $75,260

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,450
    25th
    $37,380
    50th (median)
    $48,810
    75th
    $75,320
    90th
    $83,720

    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 West Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Editors in West Central Illinois is $23.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.95 or more per hour.

    Is West Central Illinois above or below average for Editors salaries?

    The median Editors salary in West Central Illinois is 35.1% 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 West Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Editors (10th percentile) earn around $29,450 per year in West Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,380.