Medical Editor Salary in the United States

Medical Editor Salary

How much does a Medical Editor make?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Medical Editor in the United States is $102,730. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $93,462 to $118,140, with most professionals earning between $85,023 and $132,170.

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Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Medical Editor Salary $85,023 US March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Medical Editor Salary $93,462 US March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Medical Editor Salary $102,730 US March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Medical Editor Salary $118,140 US March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Medical Editor Salary $132,170 US March 01, 2025
25% $93,462 10% $85,023 90% $132,170 75% $118,140 $102,730 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Medical Writer I

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Medical Editor

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Medical Writer III

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Medical Editor in the United States. The base salary for Medical Editor ranges from $93,462 to $118,140 with the average base salary of $102,730. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $95,976 to $122,981 with the average total cash compensation of $107,632.

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