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Editors Salary in Massachusetts
Ranked #6 of 50 · MA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of editorss in Massachusetts earn between $47,320 and $136,360. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean editors salary in Massachusetts is $89,740, about 0.4% below the U.S. average ($90,060). That works out to roughly $43/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Massachusetts
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $86,410 | $94,380 | 2,480 |
| Amherst Town-Northampton, MA | $78,700 | $79,290 | 80 |
| Worcester, MA | $73,950 | $81,670 | 100 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $61,410 | $75,630 | 60 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $60,680 | $71,450 | 50 |
| Springfield, MA | $58,460 | $72,380 | 90 |
| Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area | $57,550 | $62,720 | 40 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do editors make in Massachusetts?
The median editors salary in Massachusetts is $83,170 per year (mean $89,740), and about 80% earn between $47,320 and $136,360.
How much do editors make per hour in Massachusetts?
Roughly $43 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $89,740 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Massachusetts a high-paying state for editors?
Massachusetts ranks #6 of 50 states for editors pay. Its mean salary of $89,740 is about 0.4% below the U.S. average of $90,060.
Which metro areas in Massachusetts pay editors the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Massachusetts for editors are Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH ($86,410), Amherst Town-Northampton, MA ($78,700), Worcester, MA ($73,950), by median annual wage.