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Editors Salary in Colorado
Ranked #13 of 50 · CO
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of editorss in Colorado earn between $44,570 and $115,940. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean editors salary in Colorado is $79,150, about 12.1% below the U.S. average ($90,060). That works out to roughly $38/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Colorado
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boulder, CO | $81,090 | $83,840 | 220 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO | $78,670 | $78,160 | 1,090 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland, CO | $76,270 | $77,420 | 80 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $75,590 | $75,020 | 200 |
| Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area | $62,850 | $70,430 | 50 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do editors make in Colorado?
The median editors salary in Colorado is $77,870 per year (mean $79,150), and about 80% earn between $44,570 and $115,940.
How much do editors make per hour in Colorado?
Roughly $38 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $79,150 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Colorado a high-paying state for editors?
Colorado ranks #13 of 50 states for editors pay. Its mean salary of $79,150 is about 12.1% below the U.S. average of $90,060.
Which metro areas in Colorado pay editors the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Colorado for editors are Boulder, CO ($81,090), Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO ($78,670), Fort Collins-Loveland, CO ($76,270), by median annual wage.