As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Copy Editor in Albany, IL is $66,564, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,280 weekly, or $5,547 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Entry Level Copy Editor in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Entry Level Copy Editor in Albany, IL vary widely, spanning from $54,908 to $76,260. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($60,463) and 75th percentile ($71,639), while top earners (90th percentile) make $76,260 per year. This $11,176 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, Albany Entry Level Copy Editor often earn 8.4% lower than national averages. 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
Entry Level Copy Editor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Entry Level Copy Editor Salary $54,908 Albany, IL April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Copy Editor Salary $60,463 Albany, IL April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Copy Editor Salary $66,564 Albany, IL April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Copy Editor Salary $71,639 Albany, IL April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Copy Editor Salary $76,260 Albany, IL April 01, 2026
25% $60,463 10% $54,908 90% $76,260 75% $71,639 $66,564 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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