What are the main factors that influence a Publishing Editor's salary?

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

How does experience change A Publishing Editor's salary?

A Publishing Editor's salary grows with experience: an Editor I (0-2 years)earns $62,854, an Publishing Editor (2-4 years)earns $79,583, an Editor III (4-7 years)earns $97,691, an Editorial Manager (7+ years)earns $115,005,

What are the highest paying states for a Publishing Editor?

Publishing Editor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Publishing Editor roles are District of Columbia $87,504, California $87,172, Massachusetts $86,011. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Publishing Editor roles make?

Salaries for Publishing Editor level roles vary by specialization: Publishing Director: $147,807; Publishing Coordinator: $112,819; Publishing Manager: $104,860; Senior Web Photo Editor: $86,400; Photo Editor, Senior: $86,379.

Publishing Editor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Publishing Editor make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Publishing Editor in Delaware is $80,036 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,805
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,951 to $86,196
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,500

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Publishing Editor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,196	$7,183	$1,658	$41
Average	$80,036	$6,670	$1,539	$38
25th Percentile	$72,951	$6,079	$1,403	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Publishing Editor Salaries

A Publishing 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 Publishing 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 Publishing Editors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $87,504.
California: $87,172.
Massachusetts: $86,011.

District of Columbia $87,504 California $87,172 Massachusetts $86,011 Washington $85,695 New Jersey $85,663 Alaska $85,552 Connecticut $84,462 New York $84,019

Hawaii $82,604 Rhode Island $81,940 Maryland $81,490 Minnesota $80,874 Colorado $80,636 Illinois $80,557 Oregon $80,257 Delaware $80,036

New Hampshire $79,897 Virginia $79,585 Pennsylvania $78,676 Nevada $78,218 North Dakota $78,068 Michigan $77,831 Wisconsin $77,744 Vermont $77,570

Texas $77,088 Maine $77,056 Arizona $77,009 Ohio $76,954 Georgia $76,226 Indiana $75,863 Wyoming $75,792 Utah $75,681

Iowa $75,634 Kansas $75,254 Louisiana $75,144 North Carolina $75,104 Missouri $75,088 Florida $74,780 Montana $74,614 Nebraska $74,456

Kentucky $74,369 South Carolina $74,053 Tennessee $73,855 Idaho $73,776 New Mexico $73,200 Oklahoma $73,073 Alabama $72,607 South Dakota $71,824

Arkansas $71,398 West Virginia $71,168 Mississippi $70,481

Top Paying Cities for Publishing 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:

Lincoln: $79,675
Little Creek: $80,259
Magnolia: $80,143

Lincoln, DE $79,675 Little Creek, DE $80,259 Magnolia, DE $80,143 Milford, DE $79,878 Marydel, DE $80,009 Millsboro, DE $79,341 Millville, DE $79,464 Milton, DE $79,601

Nassau, DE $79,659 Ocean View, DE $79,450 Rehoboth Beach, DE $79,603 Seaford, DE $79,648 Selbyville, DE $79,318 Smyrna, DE $80,314 Viola, DE $79,944 Woodside, DE $80,159

Bear, DE $79,974 Newark, DE $79,944 Claymont, DE $80,108 Delaware City, DE $80,024 Hockessin, DE $79,937 Kirkwood, DE $80,009 Middletown, DE $80,040 Montchanin, DE $79,955

New Castle, DE $79,967 Odessa, DE $80,079 Port Penn, DE $80,133 Rockland, DE $79,963 Saint Georges, DE $80,014 Townsend, DE $80,138 Winterthur, DE $79,973 Lewes, DE $79,632

Wilmington, DE $79,941 Dover, DE $80,259 Dover Afb, DE $79,836 Bethany Beach, DE $79,366 Bethel, DE $79,449 Bridgeville, DE $79,636 Camden Wyoming, DE $80,033 Cheswold, DE $80,233

Clayton, DE $80,235 Dagsboro, DE $79,311 Delmar, DE $79,184 Ellendale, DE $79,424 Felton, DE $79,871 Fenwick Island, DE $79,328 Frankford, DE $79,190 Frederica, DE $79,950

Georgetown, DE $79,281 Greenwood, DE $79,649 Harbeson, DE $79,366 Harrington, DE $79,770 Hartly, DE $80,018 Houston, DE $79,656 Kenton, DE $80,239 Laurel, DE $79,234

Yorklyn, DE $79,961

Publishing Editor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Publishing 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.

Last Updated on June 01, 2026

$72,951

Average $80,036/year

$86,196

$6,079

Average $6,670/month

$7,183

$1,403

Average $1,539/week

$1,658

$35

Average $38/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,196	$7,183	$1,658	$41
Average	$80,036	$6,670	$1,539	$38
25th Percentile	$72,951	$6,079	$1,403	$35

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