What are the main factors that influence an Editor I's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Editor 's salary?

An Editor 's salary grows with experience: an Editor I (0-2 years)earns $62,788, an Editor II (2-4 years)earns $79,456, an Editor III (4-7 years)earns $97,500, an Editorial Manager (7+ years)earns $114,828,

What are the highest paying states for an Editor I?

Editor I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Editor I roles are District of Columbia $68,491, California $68,232, Massachusetts $67,322. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Editor roles make?

Salaries for Editor level roles vary by specialization: Senior Editor: $96,101; Editor III: $96,059; Medical Editor: $79,313; Editor II: $78,282; Videographer/Editor: $74,240.

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Editor I Salary in Delaware

How much does an Editor I make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Editor I in Delaware is $62,788 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, an Editor I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $75,245
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,629 to $69,308
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,111

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Editor I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,308	$5,776	$1,333	$33
Average	$62,788	$5,232	$1,207	$30
25th Percentile	$55,629	$4,636	$1,070	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Editor I Salaries

An Editor I's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Editor I	0-2 years	$62,788
Editor II	2-4 years	$79,456
Editor III	4-7 years	$97,500
Editorial Manager	7+ years	$114,828

How Do Editor I Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Editor Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $68,491.
California: $68,232.
Massachusetts: $67,322.

District of Columbia $68,491 California $68,232 Massachusetts $67,322 Washington $67,075 New Jersey $67,050 Alaska $66,963 Connecticut $66,110 New York $65,763

Hawaii $64,656 Rhode Island $64,136 Maryland $63,784 Minnesota $63,301 Colorado $63,116 Illinois $63,054 Oregon $62,819 Delaware $62,646

New Hampshire $62,537 Virginia $62,293 Pennsylvania $61,582 Nevada $61,223 North Dakota $61,105 Michigan $60,920 Wisconsin $60,852 Vermont $60,716

Texas $60,338 Maine $60,314 Arizona $60,276 Ohio $60,233 Georgia $59,664 Indiana $59,379 Wyoming $59,324 Utah $59,237

Iowa $59,200 Kansas $58,903 Louisiana $58,816 North Carolina $58,786 Missouri $58,773 Florida $58,532 Montana $58,402 Nebraska $58,278

Kentucky $58,210 South Carolina $57,963 Tennessee $57,808 Idaho $57,746 New Mexico $57,295 Oklahoma $57,196 Alabama $56,831 South Dakota $56,218

Arkansas $55,884 West Virginia $55,705 Mississippi $55,167

Top Paying Cities for Editor Is

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $64,835
Little Creek: $64,235
Magnolia: $64,501

Lincoln, DE $64,835 Little Creek, DE $64,235 Magnolia, DE $64,501 Milford, DE $64,835 Marydel, DE $63,994 Millsboro, DE $64,835 Millville, DE $65,268 Milton, DE $64,835

Nassau, DE $64,835 Ocean View, DE $65,268 Rehoboth Beach, DE $65,268 Seaford, DE $64,155 Selbyville, DE $65,268 Smyrna, DE $63,920 Viola, DE $64,501 Woodside, DE $64,316

Bear, DE $63,450 Newark, DE $63,475 Claymont, DE $63,524 Delaware City, DE $63,475 Hockessin, DE $63,524 Kirkwood, DE $63,475 Middletown, DE $63,790 Montchanin, DE $63,524

New Castle, DE $63,524 Odessa, DE $63,877 Port Penn, DE $63,301 Rockland, DE $63,524 Saint Georges, DE $63,475 Townsend, DE $63,784 Winterthur, DE $63,524 Lewes, DE $64,835

Wilmington, DE $63,524 Dover, DE $64,204 Dover Afb, DE $64,353 Bethany Beach, DE $65,268 Bethel, DE $64,155 Bridgeville, DE $64,835 Camden Wyoming, DE $64,273 Cheswold, DE $64,056

Clayton, DE $63,895 Dagsboro, DE $65,268 Delmar, DE $64,155 Ellendale, DE $64,835 Felton, DE $64,835 Fenwick Island, DE $65,268 Frankford, DE $65,268 Frederica, DE $64,835

Georgetown, DE $64,835 Greenwood, DE $64,835 Harbeson, DE $64,835 Harrington, DE $64,835 Hartly, DE $63,864 Houston, DE $64,835 Kenton, DE $63,895 Laurel, DE $64,155

Yorklyn, DE $63,524

Editor I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Editor I's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$55,629

Average $62,788/year

$69,308

$4,636

Average $5,232/month

$5,776

$1,070

Average $1,207/week

$1,333

$27

Average $30/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,308	$5,776	$1,333	$33
Average	$62,788	$5,232	$1,207	$30
25th Percentile	$55,629	$4,636	$1,070	$27

Editor I Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Editor I, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Editor I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Editor II	$79,456	27%
Photo Editor	$70,170	12%

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