As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Magazine Editor in Columbus, OH is $66,276, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,275 weekly, or $5,523 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Magazine Editor in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Magazine Editor in Columbus, OH vary widely, spanning from $54,686 to $75,929. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($60,210) and 75th percentile ($71,329), while top earners (90th percentile) make $75,929 per year. This $11,119 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, Columbus Magazine Editor often earn 0.1% lower than national averages. However, Columbus currently ranks 445 statewide for Magazine 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
Magazine Editor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Magazine Editor Salary $54,686 Columbus, OH May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Magazine Editor Salary $60,210 Columbus, OH May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Magazine Editor Salary $66,276 Columbus, OH May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Magazine Editor Salary $71,329 Columbus, OH May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Magazine Editor Salary $75,929 Columbus, OH May 01, 2026
25% $60,210 10% $54,686 90% $75,929 75% $71,329 $66,276 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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