As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Junior Editor in Rochester, NY is $69,887, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,344 weekly, or $5,824 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Junior Editor in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Junior Editor in Rochester, NY vary widely, spanning from $57,666 to $80,066. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($63,490) and 75th percentile ($75,215), while top earners (90th percentile) make $80,066 per year. This $11,725 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, Rochester Junior Editor often earn 7.7% lower than national averages. However, Rochester currently ranks 415 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 $57,666 Rochester, NY May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Junior Editor Salary $63,490 Rochester, NY May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Junior Editor Salary $69,887 Rochester, NY May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Junior Editor Salary $75,215 Rochester, NY May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Junior Editor Salary $80,066 Rochester, NY May 01, 2026
25% $63,490 10% $57,666 90% $80,066 75% $75,215 $69,887 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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