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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Acquisitions Editor?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Acquisitions Editor roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change An Acquisitions Editor's salary?

An Acquisitions Editor's salary grows with experience: an Editor I (0-2 years)earns $64,538, an Acquisitions Editor (2-4 years)earns $81,722, an Editor III (4-7 years)earns $100,321, an Editorial Manager (7+ years)earns $118,095,

What are the highest paying states for an Acquisitions Editor?

Acquisitions Editor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Acquisitions Editor roles are District of Columbia $85,481, California $85,157, Massachusetts $84,022. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Acquisitions Editor roles make?

Salaries for Acquisitions Editor level roles vary by specialization: Director Of Acquisitions: $268,801; Acquisitions Director: $176,652; Acquisitions Manager: $116,441; Acquisitions Analyst: $114,453; Associate Acquisitions Editor: $77,430.

Acquisitions Editor Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Acquisitions Editor make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Acquisitions Editor in Rhode Island is $80,046 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,952
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,004 to $86,278
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,682

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Acquisitions Editor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,278	$7,190	$1,659	$41
Average	$80,046	$6,671	$1,539	$38
25th Percentile	$72,004	$6,000	$1,385	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Acquisitions Editor Salaries

An Acquisitions Editor'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 Do Acquisitions Editor 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 Acquisitions Editors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $85,481.
California: $85,157.
Massachusetts: $84,022.

District of Columbia $85,481 California $85,157 Massachusetts $84,022 Washington $83,713 New Jersey $83,683 Alaska $83,575 Connecticut $82,509 New York $82,077

Hawaii $80,695 Rhode Island $80,046 Maryland $79,606 Minnesota $79,004 Colorado $78,772 Illinois $78,695 Oregon $78,402 Delaware $78,186

New Hampshire $78,050 Virginia $77,746 Pennsylvania $76,858 Nevada $76,410 North Dakota $76,263 Michigan $76,032 Wisconsin $75,947 Vermont $75,777

Texas $75,306 Maine $75,275 Arizona $75,229 Ohio $75,175 Georgia $74,464 Indiana $74,109 Wyoming $74,040 Utah $73,932

Iowa $73,885 Kansas $73,515 Louisiana $73,407 North Carolina $73,368 Missouri $73,353 Florida $73,051 Montana $72,889 Nebraska $72,735

Kentucky $72,650 South Carolina $72,341 Tennessee $72,148 Idaho $72,071 New Mexico $71,507 Oklahoma $71,384 Alabama $70,928 South Dakota $70,164

Arkansas $69,747 West Virginia $69,523 Mississippi $68,852

Top Paying Cities for Acquisitions Editors

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: $81,047
Albion: $80,362
Ashaway: $80,893

Adamsville, RI $81,047 Albion, RI $80,362 Ashaway, RI $80,893 Barrington, RI $80,150 Block Island, RI $80,597 Bradford, RI $80,845 Bristol, RI $80,459 Carolina, RI $80,711

Charlestown, RI $80,740 Chepachet, RI $80,580 Clayville, RI $80,355 Coventry, RI $80,359 West Greenwich, RI $80,581 East Greenwich, RI $80,305 Exeter, RI $80,558 Fiskeville, RI $80,149

Forestdale, RI $80,767 Foster, RI $80,537 Glendale, RI $80,773 Greene, RI $80,643 Greenville, RI $80,180 Harmony, RI $80,283 Harrisville, RI $80,738 Hope, RI $80,199

Hope Valley, RI $80,822 Hopkinton, RI $80,929 Jamestown, RI $80,658 Kenyon, RI $80,701 Little Compton, RI $81,034 Manville, RI $80,468 Mapleville, RI $80,595 Newport, RI $80,740

Middletown, RI $80,775 North Kingstown, RI $80,443 North Scituate, RI $80,284 Oakland, RI $80,682 Pascoag, RI $80,791 Pawtucket, RI $80,031 Central Falls, RI $80,066 Cumberland, RI $80,521

Lincoln, RI $80,147 Portsmouth, RI $80,731 Prudence Island, RI $80,565 Rockville, RI $80,916 Saunderstown, RI $80,610 Shannock, RI $80,706 Slatersville, RI $80,767 Slocum, RI $80,608

Tiverton, RI $80,977 Wakefield, RI $80,679 Kingston, RI $80,648 Narragansett, RI $80,701 Peace Dale, RI $80,669 Warren, RI $80,357 Warwick, RI $80,133 Westerly, RI $80,912

West Kingston, RI $80,673 West Warwick, RI $80,232 Wood River Junction, RI $80,788 Woonsocket, RI $80,771 North Smithfield, RI $80,587 Wyoming, RI $80,706 Providence, RI $80,008 Cranston, RI $80,018

North Providence, RI $80,028 East Providence, RI $80,013 Riverside, RI $80,039 Rumford, RI $80,027 Smithfield, RI $80,189 Johnston, RI $80,055

Acquisitions Editor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Acquisitions Editor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Acquisitions Editor positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Acquisitions Editor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Acquisitions Editor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$88,051	$42.0	10%

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

Understanding how an Acquisitions Editor'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 July 01, 2026

$72,004

Average $80,046/year

$86,278

$6,000

Average $6,671/month

$7,190

$1,385

Average $1,539/week

$1,659

$35

Average $38/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,278	$7,190	$1,659	$41
Average	$80,046	$6,671	$1,539	$38
25th Percentile	$72,004	$6,000	$1,385	$35

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