As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Editorial Manager in the United States is $108,706. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $95,392 to $120,116, with most professionals earning between $83,270 and $130,504.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $120,116 | $10,010 | $2,310 | $58 |
| Average | $108,706 | $9,059 | $2,091 | $52 |
| 25th Percentile | $95,392 | $7,949 | $1,834 | $46 |
An entry-level Editorial Manager with less than 1 year of experience earns about $103,738. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $104,334. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $106,321. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $108,706, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $111,601.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Editorial Manager | $103,738 |
| Intermediate Level Editorial Manager | $104,334 |
| Senior Level Editorial Manager | $106,321 |
| Specialist Level Editorial Manager | $108,706 |
| Expert Level Editorial Manager | $111,601 |
| Entry Level | 5% |
| Mid Level | 4% |
| Senior Level | 2% |
| Top Level | 0% |
| Experienced | 3% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
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Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of April 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Editorial Manager compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $106,318 in 2023 to approximately $106,962 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Editorial Manager salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $108,706 | 71.8% | ||
| Bonus | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $8,316 | 5.5% | ||
| 401K/403B | $4,566 | 3.0% | ||
| Disability | $2,174 | 1.4% | ||
| Healthcare | $8,352 | 5.5% | ||
| Pension | $5,870 | 3.9% | ||
| Time Off | $13,379 | 8.8% | ||
| Total Compensation | $151,363 | 100% | ||
The average annual salary of Editorial Manager is $108,706. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Editorial Manager is $52; the average weekly pay of Editorial Manager is $2,091; the average monthly pay of Editorial Manager is $9,059.
An Editorial Manager's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, an Editorial Manager earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of an Editorial Manager is $137,111.
The highest pay for Editorial Manager is $130,504.
The lowest pay for Editorial Manager is $83,270.
Manages a staff of editors who review, edit, and rewrite a variety of documents and/or digital content. Collaborates with and review the work of staff. Reads and evaluates content for print and/or online publications to ensure consistency of thought, development, and organization. Ensures that all content meets required and accepted format and standards. Manages the daily operations of the department within an organization. Trains and provides guidance to staff. Requires a bachelor's degree in journalism. Typically reports to a director. Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes.
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