How much does an Editorial Director make in Washington, DC?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Editorial Director in Washington, DC is $161,907. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $146,065 to a high of $190,419, with most professionals earning between $153,615 and $176,831.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Editorial Director Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Editorial Director Salary $146,065 Washington,DC March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Editorial Director Salary $153,615 Washington,DC March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Editorial Director Salary $161,907 Washington,DC March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Editorial Director Salary $176,831 Washington,DC March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Editorial Director Salary $190,419 Washington,DC March 01, 2025
25% $153,615 10% $146,065 90% $190,419 75% $176,831 $161,907 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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