As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Junior Editor in Memphis, TN is $66,730, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,283 weekly, or $5,561 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Junior Editor in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Junior Editor in Memphis, TN vary widely, spanning from $55,045 to $76,450. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($60,614) and 75th percentile ($71,818), while top earners (90th percentile) make $76,450 per year. This $11,204 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, Memphis Junior Editor often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Memphis currently ranks 618 statewide for Junior 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
Junior Editor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Junior Editor Salary $55,045 Memphis, TN April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Junior Editor Salary $60,614 Memphis, TN April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Junior Editor Salary $66,730 Memphis, TN April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Junior Editor Salary $71,818 Memphis, TN April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Junior Editor Salary $76,450 Memphis, TN April 01, 2026
25% $60,614 10% $55,045 90% $76,450 75% $71,818 $66,730 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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