How much does a Development Editor make?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Development Editor in the United States is $65,148. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $57,661 to $72,922, with most professionals earning between $50,844 and $80,000.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Development Editor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Development Editor Salary $50,844 US March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Development Editor Salary $57,661 US March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Development Editor Salary $65,148 US March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Development Editor Salary $72,922 US March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Development Editor Salary $80,000 US March 01, 2025
25% $57,661 10% $50,844 90% $80,000 75% $72,922 $65,148 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    4 - 7 years experience
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