As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Development Editor in Springfield, MA is $70,216, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,350 weekly, or $5,851 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 Springfield, MA vary widely, spanning from $57,921 to $80,445. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($63,780) and 75th percentile ($75,570), while top earners (90th percentile) make $80,445 per year. This $11,790 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, Springfield Development Editor often earn 4.8% higher than national averages. However, Springfield currently ranks 253 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 $57,921 Springfield, MA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Development Editor Salary $63,780 Springfield, MA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Development Editor Salary $70,216 Springfield, MA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Development Editor Salary $75,570 Springfield, MA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Development Editor Salary $80,445 Springfield, MA April 01, 2026
25% $63,780 10% $57,921 90% $80,445 75% $75,570 $70,216 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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