As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Executive Editor in Wilmington, DE is $140,371, equivalent to $67 per hour, $2,699 weekly, or $11,698 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Executive Editor in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Executive Editor in Wilmington, DE vary widely, spanning from $111,056 to $173,938. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($125,027) and 75th percentile ($157,941), while top earners (90th percentile) make $173,938 per year. This $32,914 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Digital Marketing, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Wilmington Executive Editor often earn 1.4% higher than national averages. However, Wilmington currently ranks 285 statewide for Executive 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
Executive Editor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Executive Editor Salary $111,056 Wilmington, DE April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Executive Editor Salary $125,027 Wilmington, DE April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Executive Editor Salary $140,371 Wilmington, DE April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Executive Editor Salary $157,941 Wilmington, DE April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Executive Editor Salary $173,938 Wilmington, DE April 01, 2026
25% $125,027 10% $111,056 90% $173,938 75% $157,941 $140,371 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Wilmington, Delaware    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 17.0 square miles (44 km2). Of that, 10.9 square miles (28 km2) is land and....More

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