As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Editor in Brookings, SD is $60,481, equivalent to $29 per hour, $1,163 weekly, or $5,040 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 Brookings, SD vary widely, spanning from $49,890 to $69,291. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($54,937) and 75th percentile ($65,092), while top earners (90th percentile) make $69,291 per year. This $10,155 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, Brookings Development Editor often earn 1.8% lower than national averages. However, Brookings currently ranks 748 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 $49,890 Brookings, SD April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Editor Salary $54,937 Brookings, SD April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Editor Salary $60,481 Brookings, SD April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Editor Salary $65,092 Brookings, SD April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Editor Salary $69,291 Brookings, SD April 01, 2026
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About Brookings, South Dakota    Brookings is a city in Brookings County, South Dakota, United States. Brookings is the fourth largest city in South Dakota, with a population of 22,05....More

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