As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Copy Editor in Dayton, OH is $68,980, equivalent to $33 per hour, $1,327 weekly, or $5,748 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 Dayton, OH vary widely, spanning from $56,901 to $79,028. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($62,657) and 75th percentile ($74,239), while top earners (90th percentile) make $79,028 per year. This $11,582 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, Dayton Entry Level Copy Editor often earn 0.6% lower than national averages. However, Dayton currently ranks 482 statewide for Entry Level Copy 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
Entry Level Copy Editor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Entry Level Copy Editor Salary $56,901 Dayton, OH April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Copy Editor Salary $62,657 Dayton, OH April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Copy Editor Salary $68,980 Dayton, OH April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Copy Editor Salary $74,239 Dayton, OH April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Copy Editor Salary $79,028 Dayton, OH April 01, 2026
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About Dayton, Ohio    Dayton (/ˈdeɪtən/) is the sixth-largest city in the state of Ohio and the county seat of Montgomery County. A small part of the city extends into Gree....More

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