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Editors Salary in Illinois
Ranked #12 of 50 · IL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of editorss in Illinois earn between $46,410 and $107,850. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean editors salary in Illinois is $80,620, about 10.5% below the U.S. average ($90,060). That works out to roughly $39/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $80,380 | $81,020 | 2,520 |
| Champaign-Urbana, IL | $62,030 | $65,090 | 100 |
| Springfield, IL | $60,510 | $70,340 | 30 |
| Rockford, IL | $59,380 | $66,870 | 40 |
| Peoria, IL | $58,000 | $62,210 | 40 |
| West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $54,530 | $56,410 | 30 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do editors make in Illinois?
The median editors salary in Illinois is $76,060 per year (mean $80,620), and about 80% earn between $46,410 and $107,850.
How much do editors make per hour in Illinois?
Roughly $39 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $80,620 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Illinois a high-paying state for editors?
Illinois ranks #12 of 50 states for editors pay. Its mean salary of $80,620 is about 10.5% below the U.S. average of $90,060.
Which metro areas in Illinois pay editors the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Illinois for editors are Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN ($80,380), Champaign-Urbana, IL ($62,030), Springfield, IL ($60,510), by median annual wage.