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 $62,850, an Publishing Editor (2-4 years)earns $79,565, an Editor III (4-7 years)earns $97,658, an Editorial Manager (7+ years)earns $114,981,

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 $87,484, California $87,152, Massachusetts $85,991. 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: $147,800; Publishing Coordinator: $112,798; Publishing Manager: $104,902; Senior Web Photo Editor: $86,400; Photo Editor, Senior: $86,366.

Publishing Editor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Publishing Editor make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Publishing Editor in Delaware is $80,017 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): $91,780
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,925 to $86,174
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,468

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Publishing Editor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,174	$7,181	$1,657	$41
Average	$80,017	$6,668	$1,539	$38
25th Percentile	$72,925	$6,077	$1,402	$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: $87,484.
California: $87,152.
Massachusetts: $85,991.

District of Columbia $87,484 California $87,152 Massachusetts $85,991 Washington $85,675 New Jersey $85,643 Alaska $85,533 Connecticut $84,442 New York $84,000

Hawaii $82,585 Rhode Island $81,922 Maryland $81,471 Minnesota $80,855 Colorado $80,618 Illinois $80,539 Oregon $80,239 Delaware $80,017

New Hampshire $79,878 Virginia $79,567 Pennsylvania $78,658 Nevada $78,200 North Dakota $78,050 Michigan $77,813 Wisconsin $77,726 Vermont $77,552

Texas $77,070 Maine $77,039 Arizona $76,991 Ohio $76,936 Georgia $76,209 Indiana $75,845 Wyoming $75,774 Utah $75,664

Iowa $75,616 Kansas $75,237 Louisiana $75,126 North Carolina $75,087 Missouri $75,071 Florida $74,763 Montana $74,597 Nebraska $74,439

Kentucky $74,352 South Carolina $74,036 Tennessee $73,838 Idaho $73,759 New Mexico $73,183 Oklahoma $73,056 Alabama $72,590 South Dakota $71,808

Arkansas $71,381 West Virginia $71,152 Mississippi $70,465

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: $82,814
Little Creek: $82,048
Magnolia: $82,388

Lincoln, DE $82,814 Little Creek, DE $82,048 Magnolia, DE $82,388 Milford, DE $82,814 Marydel, DE $81,740 Millsboro, DE $82,814 Millville, DE $83,368 Milton, DE $82,814

Nassau, DE $82,814 Ocean View, DE $83,368 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,368 Seaford, DE $81,945 Selbyville, DE $83,368 Smyrna, DE $81,645 Viola, DE $82,388 Woodside, DE $82,151

Bear, DE $81,045 Newark, DE $81,076 Claymont, DE $81,139 Delaware City, DE $81,076 Hockessin, DE $81,139 Kirkwood, DE $81,076 Middletown, DE $81,479 Montchanin, DE $81,139

New Castle, DE $81,139 Odessa, DE $81,590 Port Penn, DE $80,855 Rockland, DE $81,139 Saint Georges, DE $81,076 Townsend, DE $81,471 Winterthur, DE $81,139 Lewes, DE $82,814

Wilmington, DE $81,139 Dover, DE $82,009 Dover Afb, DE $82,198 Bethany Beach, DE $83,368 Bethel, DE $81,945 Bridgeville, DE $82,814 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,095 Cheswold, DE $81,819

Clayton, DE $81,613 Dagsboro, DE $83,368 Delmar, DE $81,945 Ellendale, DE $82,814 Felton, DE $82,814 Fenwick Island, DE $83,368 Frankford, DE $83,368 Frederica, DE $82,814

Georgetown, DE $82,814 Greenwood, DE $82,814 Harbeson, DE $82,814 Harrington, DE $82,814 Hartly, DE $81,574 Houston, DE $82,814 Kenton, DE $81,613 Laurel, DE $81,945

Yorklyn, DE $81,139

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 April 01, 2026

$72,925

Average $80,017/year

$86,174

$6,077

Average $6,668/month

$7,181

$1,402

Average $1,539/week

$1,657

$35

Average $38/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,174	$7,181	$1,657	$41
Average	$80,017	$6,668	$1,539	$38
25th Percentile	$72,925	$6,077	$1,402	$35

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