As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Editor in Little Rock, AR is $61,260, equivalent to $29 per hour, $1,178 weekly, or $5,105 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 Little Rock, AR vary widely, spanning from $50,533 to $70,183. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($55,645) and 75th percentile ($65,931), while top earners (90th percentile) make $70,183 per year. This $10,286 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, Little Rock Development Editor often earn 0.1% lower than national averages. However, Little Rock currently ranks 720 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 $50,533 Little Rock, AR April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Editor Salary $55,645 Little Rock, AR April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Editor Salary $61,260 Little Rock, AR April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Editor Salary $65,931 Little Rock, AR April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Editor Salary $70,183 Little Rock, AR April 01, 2026
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