As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Magazine Editor in Jackson, MS is $60,492, equivalent to $29 per hour, $1,163 weekly, or $5,041 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 Jackson, MS vary widely, spanning from $49,913 to $69,306. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($54,955) and 75th percentile ($65,105), while top earners (90th percentile) make $69,306 per year. This $10,150 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, Jackson Magazine Editor often earn 0.3% lower than national averages. However, Jackson currently ranks 766 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 $49,913 Jackson, MS June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Magazine Editor Salary $54,955 Jackson, MS June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Magazine Editor Salary $60,492 Jackson, MS June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Magazine Editor Salary $65,105 Jackson, MS June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Magazine Editor Salary $69,306 Jackson, MS June 01, 2026
25% $54,955 10% $49,913 90% $69,306 75% $65,105 $60,492 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Jackson, Mississippi    Jackson is located primarily in northeastern Hinds County, with small portions in Madison and Rankin counties. The Pearl River forms most of the easte....More

Jackson, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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