What are the main factors that influence an Editor III'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 $62,656, an Editor II (2-4 years)earns $79,319, an Editor III (4-7 years)earns $97,356, an Editorial Manager (7+ years)earns $114,625,

What are the highest paying states for an Editor III?

Editor III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Editor III roles are District of Columbia $106,441, California $106,037, Massachusetts $104,624. 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: Content Editor III: $96,353; Communications Editor III: $96,333; Senior Editor: $96,201; Digital Content Editor III: $96,190; Medical Writer and Editor III: $93,530.

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Editor III Salary in Delaware

How much does an Editor III make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Editor III in Delaware is $97,356 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $114,585
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $90,218 to $106,374
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $83,720

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Editor III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$106,374	$8,865	$2,046	$51
Average	$97,356	$8,113	$1,872	$47
25th Percentile	$90,218	$7,518	$1,735	$43

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Key Factors That Influence Editor III Salaries

An Editor III'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	$62,656
Editor II	2-4 years	$79,319
Editor III	4-7 years	$97,356
Editorial Manager	7+ years	$114,625

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

District of Columbia: $106,441.
California: $106,037.
Massachusetts: $104,624.

District of Columbia $106,441 California $106,037 Massachusetts $104,624 Washington $104,239 New Jersey $104,201 Alaska $104,066 Connecticut $102,739 New York $102,201

Hawaii $100,480 Rhode Island $99,673 Maryland $99,125 Minnesota $98,375 Colorado $98,087 Illinois $97,990 Oregon $97,625 Delaware $97,356

New Hampshire $97,187 Virginia $96,808 Pennsylvania $95,702 Nevada $95,145 North Dakota $94,962 Michigan $94,674 Wisconsin $94,568 Vermont $94,357

Texas $93,770 Maine $93,732 Arizona $93,674 Ohio $93,607 Georgia $92,722 Indiana $92,280 Wyoming $92,193 Utah $92,059

Iowa $92,001 Kansas $91,540 Louisiana $91,405 North Carolina $91,357 Missouri $91,338 Florida $90,963 Montana $90,761 Nebraska $90,569

Kentucky $90,463 South Carolina $90,078 Tennessee $89,838 Idaho $89,742 New Mexico $89,040 Oklahoma $88,886 Alabama $88,319 South Dakota $87,367

Arkansas $86,848 West Virginia $86,570 Mississippi $85,733

Top Paying Cities for Editor IIIs

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: $100,759
Little Creek: $99,827
Magnolia: $100,240

Lincoln, DE $100,759 Little Creek, DE $99,827 Magnolia, DE $100,240 Milford, DE $100,759 Marydel, DE $99,452 Millsboro, DE $100,759 Millville, DE $101,432 Milton, DE $100,759

Nassau, DE $100,759 Ocean View, DE $101,432 Rehoboth Beach, DE $101,432 Seaford, DE $99,702 Selbyville, DE $101,432 Smyrna, DE $99,336 Viola, DE $100,240 Woodside, DE $99,952

Bear, DE $98,606 Newark, DE $98,644 Claymont, DE $98,721 Delaware City, DE $98,644 Hockessin, DE $98,721 Kirkwood, DE $98,644 Middletown, DE $99,134 Montchanin, DE $98,721

New Castle, DE $98,721 Odessa, DE $99,269 Port Penn, DE $98,375 Rockland, DE $98,721 Saint Georges, DE $98,644 Townsend, DE $99,125 Winterthur, DE $98,721 Lewes, DE $100,759

Wilmington, DE $98,721 Dover, DE $99,779 Dover Afb, DE $100,009 Bethany Beach, DE $101,432 Bethel, DE $99,702 Bridgeville, DE $100,759 Camden Wyoming, DE $99,884 Cheswold, DE $99,548

Clayton, DE $99,298 Dagsboro, DE $101,432 Delmar, DE $99,702 Ellendale, DE $100,759 Felton, DE $100,759 Fenwick Island, DE $101,432 Frankford, DE $101,432 Frederica, DE $100,759

Georgetown, DE $100,759 Greenwood, DE $100,759 Harbeson, DE $100,759 Harrington, DE $100,759 Hartly, DE $99,250 Houston, DE $100,759 Kenton, DE $99,298 Laurel, DE $99,702

Yorklyn, DE $98,721

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

Understanding how an Editor III'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

$90,218

Average $97,356/year

$106,374

$7,518

Average $8,113/month

$8,865

$1,735

Average $1,872/week

$2,046

$43

Average $47/hour

$51

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$106,374	$8,865	$2,046	$51
Average	$97,356	$8,113	$1,872	$47
25th Percentile	$90,218	$7,518	$1,735	$43

Editor III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Editor III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Editorial Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $114,625 - a projected growth of 18% over your current level.

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