What are the main factors that influence an Assistant Managing Editor's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Managing Editor?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Managing Editor roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change An Assistant Managing Editor's salary?

An Assistant Managing Editor's salary grows with experience: an Editor I (0-2 years)earns $62,952, an Assistant Managing Editor (2-4 years)earns $79,714, an Editor III (4-7 years)earns $97,856, an Editorial Manager (7+ years)earns $115,194,

What are the highest paying states for an Assistant Managing Editor?

Assistant Managing Editor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assistant Managing Editor roles are District of Columbia $84,923, California $84,601, Massachusetts $83,473. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Assistant Managing Editor roles make?

Salaries for Assistant Managing Editor level roles vary by specialization: Deputy Managing Editor: $103,317; Assistant Managing Director: $99,416; Assistant Editor: $79,022; Managing Editorial Assistant: $78,454; Assistant To The Managing Director: $76,965.

Assistant Managing Editor Salary in Hawaii

How much does an Assistant Managing Editor make in Hawaii?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Managing Editor in Hawaii is $80,168 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, an Assistant Managing Editor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,950
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,068 to $86,335
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,604

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Assistant Managing Editor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,335	$7,195	$1,660	$42
Average	$80,168	$6,681	$1,542	$39
25th Percentile	$73,068	$6,089	$1,405	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Managing Editor Salaries

An Assistant Managing Editor's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Assistant Managing Editor Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Assistant Managing Editors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $84,923.
California: $84,601.
Massachusetts: $83,473.

District of Columbia $84,923 California $84,601 Massachusetts $83,473 Washington $83,167 New Jersey $83,136 Alaska $83,029 Connecticut $81,970 New York $81,541

Hawaii $80,168 Rhode Island $79,523 Maryland $79,086 Minnesota $78,488 Colorado $78,258 Illinois $78,181 Oregon $77,890 Delaware $77,675

New Hampshire $77,540 Virginia $77,238 Pennsylvania $76,356 Nevada $75,911 North Dakota $75,765 Michigan $75,535 Wisconsin $75,451 Vermont $75,282

Texas $74,814 Maine $74,783 Arizona $74,737 Ohio $74,684 Georgia $73,978 Indiana $73,625 Wyoming $73,556 Utah $73,449

Iowa $73,403 Kansas $73,035 Louisiana $72,927 North Carolina $72,889 Missouri $72,873 Florida $72,574 Montana $72,413 Nebraska $72,260

Kentucky $72,175 South Carolina $71,869 Tennessee $71,677 Idaho $71,600 New Mexico $71,040 Oklahoma $70,918 Alabama $70,465 South Dakota $69,706

Arkansas $69,292 West Virginia $69,069 Mississippi $68,402

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Managing Editors

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Aiea: $79,734
Anahola: $78,688
Captain Cook: $78,609

Aiea, HI $79,734 Anahola, HI $78,688 Captain Cook, HI $78,609 Eleele, HI $78,848 Ewa Beach, HI $79,663 Kapolei, HI $79,599 Haiku, HI $78,746 Hakalau, HI $78,570

Haleiwa, HI $79,446 Hana, HI $78,558 Hanalei, HI $78,585 Hanamaulu, HI $78,745 Hanapepe, HI $78,844 Hauula, HI $79,567 Hawaii National Park, HI $78,661 Hawi, HI $78,792

Hilo, HI $78,737 Princeville, HI $78,729 Holualoa, HI $78,641 Honaunau, HI $78,505 Honokaa, HI $78,606 Honomu, HI $78,730 Hoolehua, HI $78,505 Kaaawa, HI $79,593

Kahuku, HI $79,423 Kahului, HI $78,928 Kailua, HI $79,708 Ocean View, HI $78,706 Waikoloa, HI $78,698 Keauhou, HI $78,641 Kailua Kona, HI $78,736 Kalaheo, HI $78,753

Kalaupapa, HI $78,433 Kamuela, HI $78,646 Kaneohe, HI $79,691 Kapaa, HI $78,839 Kaumakani, HI $78,881 Kaunakakai, HI $78,598 Keaau, HI $78,791 Kealakekua, HI $78,749

Kealia, HI $78,776 Kekaha, HI $78,697 Kihei, HI $78,848 Kilauea, HI $78,730 Kapaau, HI $78,670 Koloa, HI $78,765 Kualapuu, HI $78,575 Kunia, HI $79,574

Kurtistown, HI $78,751 Lahaina, HI $78,766 Laie, HI $79,493 Lanai City, HI $78,575 Laupahoehoe, HI $78,773 Lawai, HI $78,881 Lihue, HI $78,745 Makawao, HI $78,807

Makaweli, HI $78,571 Maunaloa, HI $78,386 Mountain View, HI $78,710 Naalehu, HI $78,551 Ninole, HI $78,498 Ookala, HI $78,523 Paauilo, HI $78,619 Pahala, HI $78,572

Pahoa, HI $78,677 Paia, HI $78,770 Papaaloa, HI $78,784 Papaikou, HI $78,621 Pearl City, HI $79,676 Pepeekeo, HI $78,773 Puunene, HI $78,928 Volcano, HI $78,661

Wahiawa, HI $79,539 Pukalani, HI $78,807 Mililani, HI $79,635 Kula, HI $78,644 Waialua, HI $79,403 Waianae, HI $79,477 Wailuku, HI $78,805 Waimanalo, HI $79,693

Waimea, HI $78,875 Waipahu, HI $79,642 Honolulu, HI $79,761 J B P H H, HI $79,747 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $79,582 Schofield Barracks, HI $79,559 Fort Shafter, HI $79,761 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $79,761

Camp H M Smith, HI $79,744 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $79,666 Wake Island, HI $79,761

Assistant Managing Editor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Managing Editor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Managing Editor positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Managing Editor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Assistant Managing Editor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$88,184	$42.0	10%

Assistant Managing Editor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Managing Editor's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$73,068

Average $80,168/year

$86,335

$6,089

Average $6,681/month

$7,195

$1,405

Average $1,542/week

$1,660

$35

Average $39/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,335	$7,195	$1,660	$42
Average	$80,168	$6,681	$1,542	$39
25th Percentile	$73,068	$6,089	$1,405	$35

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