As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Editor in Dover, DE is $70,318, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,352 weekly, or $5,860 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 Dover, DE vary widely, spanning from $58,005 to $80,561. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($63,873) and 75th percentile ($75,680), while top earners (90th percentile) make $80,561 per year. This $11,807 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, Dover Development Editor often earn 2.5% higher than national averages. However, Dover currently ranks 248 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 $58,005 Dover, DE April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Editor Salary $63,873 Dover, DE April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Editor Salary $70,318 Dover, DE April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Editor Salary $75,680 Dover, DE April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Editor Salary $80,561 Dover, DE April 01, 2026
25% $63,873 10% $58,005 90% $80,561 75% $75,680 $70,318 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Dover, Delaware    Dover (/ˈdoʊvər/) is the capital and second-largest city in the U.S. state of Delaware. It is also the county seat of Kent County, and the principal c....More

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