What are the main factors that influence a Developmental 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 Developmental Editor?

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

How does experience change A Developmental Editor's salary?

A Developmental Editor's salary grows with experience: an Editor I (0-2 years)earns $62,054, an Developmental Editor (2-4 years)earns $78,576, an Editor III (4-7 years)earns $96,460, an Editorial Manager (7+ years)earns $113,550,

What are the highest paying states for a Developmental Editor?

Developmental Editor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Developmental Editor roles are District of Columbia $84,147, California $83,828, Massachusetts $82,711. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Developmental Editor roles make?

Salaries for Developmental Editor level roles vary by specialization: Developmental Pediatrician: $289,115; Developmental Engineer: $126,454; Developmental Psychologist: $117,756; Developmental Technician: $96,023; Developmental Therapist: $79,963.

Developmental Editor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Developmental Editor make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Developmental Editor in Delaware is $76,965 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $88,413
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,233 to $82,957
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $62,193

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Developmental Editor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,957	$6,913	$1,595	$40
Average	$76,965	$6,414	$1,480	$37
25th Percentile	$69,233	$5,769	$1,331	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Developmental Editor Salaries

A Developmental 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 Developmental 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 Developmental Editors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $84,147.
California: $83,828.
Massachusetts: $82,711.

District of Columbia $84,147 California $83,828 Massachusetts $82,711 Washington $82,407 New Jersey $82,377 Alaska $82,270 Connecticut $81,221 New York $80,796

Hawaii $79,435 Rhode Island $78,797 Maryland $78,364 Minnesota $77,771 Colorado $77,543 Illinois $77,467 Oregon $77,178 Delaware $76,965

New Hampshire $76,832 Virginia $76,532 Pennsylvania $75,658 Nevada $75,217 North Dakota $75,073 Michigan $74,845 Wisconsin $74,761 Vermont $74,594

Texas $74,131 Maine $74,100 Arizona $74,055 Ohio $74,001 Georgia $73,302 Indiana $72,953 Wyoming $72,884 Utah $72,778

Iowa $72,732 Kansas $72,367 Louisiana $72,261 North Carolina $72,223 Missouri $72,208 Florida $71,911 Montana $71,752 Nebraska $71,600

Kentucky $71,516 South Carolina $71,212 Tennessee $71,022 Idaho $70,946 New Mexico $70,391 Oklahoma $70,270 Alabama $69,821 South Dakota $69,069

Arkansas $68,659 West Virginia $68,438 Mississippi $67,777

Top Paying Cities for Developmental 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:

Lincoln: $76,619
Little Creek: $77,180
Magnolia: $77,069

Lincoln, DE $76,619 Little Creek, DE $77,180 Magnolia, DE $77,069 Milford, DE $76,813 Marydel, DE $76,940 Millsboro, DE $76,297 Millville, DE $76,415 Milton, DE $76,547

Nassau, DE $76,603 Ocean View, DE $76,402 Rehoboth Beach, DE $76,549 Seaford, DE $76,592 Selbyville, DE $76,275 Smyrna, DE $77,233 Viola, DE $76,877 Woodside, DE $77,084

Bear, DE $76,906 Newark, DE $76,877 Claymont, DE $77,035 Delaware City, DE $76,954 Hockessin, DE $76,870 Kirkwood, DE $76,940 Middletown, DE $76,969 Montchanin, DE $76,888

New Castle, DE $76,899 Odessa, DE $77,007 Port Penn, DE $77,059 Rockland, DE $76,895 Saint Georges, DE $76,945 Townsend, DE $77,063 Winterthur, DE $76,905 Lewes, DE $76,577

Wilmington, DE $76,874 Dover, DE $77,180 Dover Afb, DE $76,773 Bethany Beach, DE $76,322 Bethel, DE $76,401 Bridgeville, DE $76,581 Camden Wyoming, DE $76,962 Cheswold, DE $77,155

Clayton, DE $77,157 Dagsboro, DE $76,268 Delmar, DE $76,146 Ellendale, DE $76,377 Felton, DE $76,807 Fenwick Island, DE $76,285 Frankford, DE $76,152 Frederica, DE $76,883

Georgetown, DE $76,240 Greenwood, DE $76,593 Harbeson, DE $76,321 Harrington, DE $76,710 Hartly, DE $76,949 Houston, DE $76,601 Kenton, DE $77,161 Laurel, DE $76,194

Yorklyn, DE $76,893

Developmental Editor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Developmental 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, Developmental Editor positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Developmental Editor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Developmental Editor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$84,662	$41.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Developmental 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

$69,233

Average $76,965/year

$82,957

$5,769

Average $6,414/month

$6,913

$1,331

Average $1,480/week

$1,595

$33

Average $37/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,957	$6,913	$1,595	$40
Average	$76,965	$6,414	$1,480	$37
25th Percentile	$69,233	$5,769	$1,331	$33

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