As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Copy Editor in Minneapolis, MN is $74,596, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,435 weekly, or $6,216 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 Minneapolis, MN vary widely, spanning from $61,534 to $85,462. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($67,759) and 75th percentile ($80,284), while top earners (90th percentile) make $85,462 per year. This $12,525 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, Minneapolis Entry Level Copy Editor often earn 2.3% higher than national averages. However, Minneapolis currently ranks 230 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 $61,534 Minneapolis, MN April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Copy Editor Salary $67,759 Minneapolis, MN April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Copy Editor Salary $74,596 Minneapolis, MN April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Copy Editor Salary $80,284 Minneapolis, MN April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Copy Editor Salary $85,462 Minneapolis, MN April 01, 2026
25% $67,759 10% $61,534 90% $85,462 75% $80,284 $74,596 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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