Film and Video Editors Salary in New York
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • New York
Film and Video Editors in New York earn a median salary of $71,986 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, +1.4% vs the national median of $70,980. An estimated 4,160 film and video editors are employed across New York, with salaries ranging from $42,910 to $102,060 depending on location.
$71,986
Avg median salary in New York
$102,060
Highest paying metro
$42,910
Lowest paying metro
4,160
Employed in New York
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inFilm and Video Editors salaries by city in New York
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York, NY-NJ | $102,060 | $76,720 | $136,350 | 3,900 |
| Central East New York | $80,770 | $57,120 | $127,080 | 50 |
| Rochester, NY | $68,910 | $53,800 | $110,000 | 60 |
| Buffalo, NY | $65,280 | $47,370 | $135,180 | 110 |
| Albany, NY | $42,910 | $37,120 | $80,280 | 40 |