Associate Editor Library Journal Salary in the United States

How much does an Associate Editor Library Journal make in the United States?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Editor Library Journal in the United States is $95,649 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $112,654
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $88,636 to $104,550
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $82,252
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Associate Editor Library Journal Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $104,550 $8,713 $2,011 $50
Average $95,649 $7,971 $1,839 $46
25th Percentile $88,636 $7,386 $1,705 $43
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Key Factors That Influence Associate Editor Library Journal Salaries

An Associate Editor Library Journal'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Associate Editor Library Journal 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 Associate Editor Library Journals. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $105,903.
  • California: $105,501.
  • Massachusetts: $104,095.

Top Paying Cities for Associate Editor Library Journals

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:

  • San Jose: $120,642
  • San Francisco: $119,321
  • Oakland: $116,807

What Skills Can Increase an Associate Editor Library Journal's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 3.83% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Product Development (Mentioned in 2.21% Job Postings): Overseeing the creation of new products or improvement of the performance, cost, or quality of existing products to achieve business goals.
  • Azure (Mentioned in 1.36% Job Postings): Microsoft Azure, often referred to as Azure, is a cloud computing service operated by Microsoft for application management via Microsoft-managed data centers.
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Commitment 3.83%
Product Development 2.21%
Azure 1.36%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Associate Editor Library Journal's salary.
  • DevOps: Can increase your salary by up to 18%.
  • Azure: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Advertising: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
DevOps
 $112,866
18%
Azure
 $106,171
11%
Advertising
 $100,432
5%
Teamwork
 $100,432
5%
Creativity
 $99,475
4%
Product Development
 $99,475
4%
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How Education impacts an Associate Editor Library Journal's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Associate Editor Library Journals enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Associate Editor Library Journal with a Bachelor's Degree is between $92,546 and $98,690).

Associate Editor Library Journal Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Associate Editor Library Journal
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.3%
High School 1.4%
Associates 0.8%
Bachelors 54.7%
Masters 37.5%
Doctorate 5.3%
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Associate Editor Library Journal Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Associate Editor Library Journal'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.

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Average $95,649/year
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75th Percentile $104,550 $8,713 $2,011 $50
Average $95,649 $7,971 $1,839 $46
25th Percentile $88,636 $7,386 $1,705 $43

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Salary Trends for Associate Editor Library Journal

Salaries for an Associate Editor Library Journal can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $86,482 in 2023 to around $85,676 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Associate Editor Library Journal salary trends, .

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