As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Editor in Abilene, KS is $61,558, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,184 weekly, or $5,130 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Development Editor in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Development Editor in Abilene, KS vary widely, spanning from $50,779 to $70,525. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($55,916) and 75th percentile ($66,252), while top earners (90th percentile) make $70,525 per year. This $10,336 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Project Management or Copyediting, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Abilene Development Editor often earn 4.6% lower than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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 $50,779 Abilene, KS April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Editor Salary $55,916 Abilene, KS April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Editor Salary $61,558 Abilene, KS April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Editor Salary $66,252 Abilene, KS April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Editor Salary $70,525 Abilene, KS April 01, 2026
25% $55,916 10% $50,779 90% $70,525 75% $66,252 $61,558 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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