As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Copy Editor in Alcester, SD is $65,502, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,260 weekly, or $5,459 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 San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Entry Level Copy Editor in Alcester, SD vary widely, spanning from $54,049 to $75,044. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($59,507) and 75th percentile ($70,497), while top earners (90th percentile) make $75,044 per year. This $10,990 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, Alcester Entry Level Copy Editor often earn 1.0% 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 $54,049 Alcester, SD November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Copy Editor Salary $59,507 Alcester, SD November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Copy Editor Salary $65,502 Alcester, SD November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Copy Editor Salary $70,497 Alcester, SD November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Copy Editor Salary $75,044 Alcester, SD November 01, 2026
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About Alcester, South Dakota    Alcester is a city in Union County, South Dakota, United States. It is part of the Sioux City, IA–NE–SD Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population ....More

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