What are the main factors that influence an Editor II'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 $64,147, an Editor II (2-4 years)earns $81,206, an Editor III (4-7 years)earns $99,673, an Editorial Manager (7+ years)earns $117,353,

What are the highest paying states for an Editor II?

Editor II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Editor II roles are District of Columbia $86,720, California $86,391, Massachusetts $85,240. 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: $96,201; Editor III: $96,135; Digital Content Editor II: $78,330; Medical Writer and Editor II: $77,051; Content Editor II: $74,503.

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Editor II Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Editor II make in Rhode Island?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Editor II in Rhode Island is $81,206 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,035
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,763 to $87,398
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,987

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Editor II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,398	$7,283	$1,681	$42
Average	$81,206	$6,767	$1,562	$39
25th Percentile	$73,763	$6,147	$1,419	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Editor II Salaries

An Editor II'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	$64,147
Editor II	2-4 years	$81,206
Editor III	4-7 years	$99,673
Editorial Manager	7+ years	$117,353

How Do Editor II 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 IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $86,720.
California: $86,391.
Massachusetts: $85,240.

District of Columbia $86,720 California $86,391 Massachusetts $85,240 Washington $84,927 New Jersey $84,895 Alaska $84,786 Connecticut $83,705 New York $83,266

Hawaii $81,864 Rhode Island $81,206 Maryland $80,760 Minnesota $80,149 Colorado $79,914 Illinois $79,836 Oregon $79,538 Delaware $79,319

New Hampshire $79,181 Virginia $78,872 Pennsylvania $77,972 Nevada $77,517 North Dakota $77,368 Michigan $77,133 Wisconsin $77,047 Vermont $76,875

Texas $76,397 Maine $76,366 Arizona $76,319 Ohio $76,264 Georgia $75,543 Indiana $75,183 Wyoming $75,113 Utah $75,003

Iowa $74,956 Kansas $74,580 Louisiana $74,470 North Carolina $74,431 Missouri $74,416 Florida $74,110 Montana $73,946 Nebraska $73,789

Kentucky $73,703 South Carolina $73,390 Tennessee $73,194 Idaho $73,115 New Mexico $72,544 Oklahoma $72,418 Alabama $71,956 South Dakota $71,181

Arkansas $70,758 West Virginia $70,531 Mississippi $69,849

Top Paying Cities for Editor IIs

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:

Adamsville: $82,538
Albion: $81,167
Ashaway: $82,851

Adamsville, RI $82,538 Albion, RI $81,167 Ashaway, RI $82,851 Barrington, RI $81,167 Block Island, RI $82,420 Bradford, RI $82,796 Bristol, RI $81,089 Carolina, RI $82,123

Charlestown, RI $82,209 Chepachet, RI $81,011 Clayville, RI $81,089 Coventry, RI $81,011 West Greenwich, RI $80,956 East Greenwich, RI $81,065 Exeter, RI $82,796 Fiskeville, RI $81,167

Forestdale, RI $81,089 Foster, RI $80,956 Glendale, RI $80,956 Greene, RI $81,864 Greenville, RI $81,167 Harmony, RI $81,144 Harrisville, RI $81,011 Hope, RI $81,167

Hope Valley, RI $82,851 Hopkinton, RI $82,875 Jamestown, RI $82,044 Kenyon, RI $82,773 Little Compton, RI $82,507 Manville, RI $81,167 Mapleville, RI $80,956 Newport, RI $82,060

Middletown, RI $82,405 North Kingstown, RI $80,932 North Scituate, RI $81,144 Oakland, RI $81,034 Pascoag, RI $80,987 Pawtucket, RI $81,167 Central Falls, RI $81,167 Cumberland, RI $81,167

Lincoln, RI $81,167 Portsmouth, RI $81,731 Prudence Island, RI $81,011 Rockville, RI $82,875 Saunderstown, RI $82,091 Shannock, RI $82,749 Slatersville, RI $81,089 Slocum, RI $82,091

Tiverton, RI $82,561 Wakefield, RI $82,005 Kingston, RI $82,021 Narragansett, RI $82,037 Peace Dale, RI $82,005 Warren, RI $81,144 Warwick, RI $81,167 Westerly, RI $82,898

West Kingston, RI $82,068 West Warwick, RI $81,167 Wood River Junction, RI $82,796 Woonsocket, RI $81,089 North Smithfield, RI $81,144 Wyoming, RI $82,773 Providence, RI $81,167 Cranston, RI $81,167

North Providence, RI $81,167 East Providence, RI $81,167 Riverside, RI $81,167 Rumford, RI $81,167 Smithfield, RI $81,167 Johnston, RI $81,167

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

Understanding how an Editor II'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 April 01, 2026

$73,763

Average $81,206/year

$87,398

$6,147

Average $6,767/month

$7,283

$1,419

Average $1,562/week

$1,681

$35

Average $39/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,398	$7,283	$1,681	$42
Average	$81,206	$6,767	$1,562	$39
25th Percentile	$73,763	$6,147	$1,419	$35

Editor II Salary Growth & Career Path

Editor II

Editor III

Photo Editor, Senior

Editorial Manager

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Editor II, 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 II Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Editor III	$99,673	23%
Photo Editor, Senior	$89,544	10%

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