As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Editor in Alexandria, LA is $59,349, equivalent to $29 per hour, $1,141 weekly, or $4,946 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 Alexandria, LA vary widely, spanning from $48,957 to $67,994. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($53,909) and 75th percentile ($63,874), while top earners (90th percentile) make $67,994 per year. This $9,965 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, Alexandria Development Editor often earn 7.9% lower than national averages. However, Alexandria currently ranks 785 statewide for Development Editor job salary. 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 $48,957 Alexandria, LA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Editor Salary $53,909 Alexandria, LA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Editor Salary $59,349 Alexandria, LA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Editor Salary $63,874 Alexandria, LA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Editor Salary $67,994 Alexandria, LA April 01, 2026
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About Alexandria, Louisiana    Alexandria is the ninth-largest city in the state of Louisiana and is the parish seat of Rapides Parish, Louisiana, United States. It lies on the sout....More

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