As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Editor in Jackson, MS is $60,237, equivalent to $29 per hour, $1,158 weekly, or $5,020 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 Jackson, MS vary widely, spanning from $49,689 to $69,011. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($54,716) and 75th percentile ($64,830), while top earners (90th percentile) make $69,011 per year. This $10,114 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, Jackson Development Editor often earn 0.3% lower than national averages. However, Jackson currently ranks 762 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 $49,689 Jackson, MS April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Editor Salary $54,716 Jackson, MS April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Editor Salary $60,237 Jackson, MS April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Editor Salary $64,830 Jackson, MS April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Editor Salary $69,011 Jackson, MS April 01, 2026
25% $54,716 10% $49,689 90% $69,011 75% $64,830 $60,237 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Jackson, Mississippi    Jackson is located primarily in northeastern Hinds County, with small portions in Madison and Rankin counties. The Pearl River forms most of the easte....More

Jackson, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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