What are the main factors that influence a Proofreader's salary?

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

How does experience change A Proofreader's salary?

A Proofreader's salary grows with experience: starting around $63,069 for beginners, reaching about $64,813 at mid-level, and approach $67,771 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Proofreader?

Proofreader salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Proofreader roles are District of Columbia $70,322, California $70,055, Massachusetts $69,121. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Proofreader roles make?

Salaries for Proofreader level roles vary by specialization: Proofreader - Experienced: $63,600; Medical Proofreader: $60,822; Freelance Proofreader: $42,303; Legal Proofreader: $38,586.

Proofreader Salary in Delaware

How much does a Proofreader make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Proofreader in Delaware is $64,320 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,944
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $60,511 to $70,927
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,043

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Proofreader Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,927	$5,911	$1,364	$34
Average	$64,320	$5,360	$1,237	$31
25th Percentile	$60,511	$5,043	$1,164	$29

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Key Factors That Influence Proofreader Salaries

A Proofreader'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.

How Experience Level Affects Proofreader Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Proofreader's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $63,069
Early Career (1-2 years): $63,183
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $64,813
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $67,574
Expert (over 8 years): $67,771

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Proofreader	$63,069
Intermediate Level Proofreader	$63,183
Senior Level Proofreader	$64,813
Specialist Level Proofreader	$67,574
Expert Level Proofreader	$67,771

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How Do Proofreader 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 Proofreaders. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $70,322.
California: $70,055.
Massachusetts: $69,121.

District of Columbia $70,322 California $70,055 Massachusetts $69,121 Washington $68,867 New Jersey $68,842 Alaska $68,753 Connecticut $67,876 New York $67,521

Hawaii $66,384 Rhode Island $65,850 Maryland $65,488 Minnesota $64,993 Colorado $64,802 Illinois $64,739 Oregon $64,497 Delaware $64,320

New Hampshire $64,208 Virginia $63,958 Pennsylvania $63,227 Nevada $62,859 North Dakota $62,738 Michigan $62,548 Wisconsin $62,478 Vermont $62,338

Texas $61,951 Maine $61,925 Arizona $61,887 Ohio $61,843 Georgia $61,258 Indiana $60,966 Wyoming $60,909 Utah $60,820

Iowa $60,782 Kansas $60,477 Louisiana $60,388 North Carolina $60,356 Missouri $60,344 Florida $60,096 Montana $59,963 Nebraska $59,836

Kentucky $59,766 South Carolina $59,512 Tennessee $59,353 Idaho $59,289 New Mexico $58,826 Oklahoma $58,724 Alabama $58,349 South Dakota $57,721

Arkansas $57,378 West Virginia $57,193 Mississippi $56,641

Top Paying Cities for Proofreaders

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: $64,030
Little Creek: $64,499
Magnolia: $64,406

Lincoln, DE $64,030 Little Creek, DE $64,499 Magnolia, DE $64,406 Milford, DE $64,193 Marydel, DE $64,298 Millsboro, DE $63,761 Millville, DE $63,860 Milton, DE $63,970

Nassau, DE $64,017 Ocean View, DE $63,849 Rehoboth Beach, DE $63,972 Seaford, DE $64,008 Selbyville, DE $63,743 Smyrna, DE $64,543 Viola, DE $64,246 Woodside, DE $64,419

Bear, DE $64,270 Newark, DE $64,246 Claymont, DE $64,377 Delaware City, DE $64,310 Hockessin, DE $64,240 Kirkwood, DE $64,298 Middletown, DE $64,323 Montchanin, DE $64,255

New Castle, DE $64,264 Odessa, DE $64,355 Port Penn, DE $64,398 Rockland, DE $64,261 Saint Georges, DE $64,302 Townsend, DE $64,402 Winterthur, DE $64,269 Lewes, DE $63,995

Wilmington, DE $64,243 Dover, DE $64,499 Dover Afb, DE $64,159 Bethany Beach, DE $63,782 Bethel, DE $63,848 Bridgeville, DE $63,998 Camden Wyoming, DE $64,317 Cheswold, DE $64,478

Clayton, DE $64,480 Dagsboro, DE $63,737 Delmar, DE $63,635 Ellendale, DE $63,828 Felton, DE $64,188 Fenwick Island, DE $63,751 Frankford, DE $63,640 Frederica, DE $64,251

Georgetown, DE $63,713 Greenwood, DE $64,008 Harbeson, DE $63,781 Harrington, DE $64,106 Hartly, DE $64,306 Houston, DE $64,015 Kenton, DE $64,483 Laurel, DE $63,675

Yorklyn, DE $64,259

Proofreader Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Proofreader'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 01, 2026

$60,511

Average $64,320/year

$70,927

$5,043

Average $5,360/month

$5,911

$1,164

Average $1,237/week

$1,364

$29

Average $31/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,927	$5,911	$1,364	$34
Average	$64,320	$5,360	$1,237	$31
25th Percentile	$60,511	$5,043	$1,164	$29

Proofreader Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Proofreader, 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 $114,638 - a projected growth of 78% over your current level.

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