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Editors Salary in North Carolina
Ranked #14 of 50 · NC
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of editorss in North Carolina earn between $44,050 and $103,990. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean editors salary in North Carolina is $77,380, about 14.1% below the U.S. average ($90,060). That works out to roughly $37/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in North Carolina
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durham-Chapel Hill, NC | $80,410 | $82,790 | 220 |
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC | $77,730 | $79,650 | 510 |
| Raleigh-Cary, NC | $76,360 | $77,960 | 350 |
| Greensboro-High Point, NC | $66,540 | $70,820 | 110 |
| Asheville, NC | $66,210 | $82,810 | 100 |
| Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area | $63,140 | $76,930 | 70 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | $63,130 | $68,830 | 70 |
| Eastern North Carolina nonmetropolitan area | $48,250 | $68,850 | 50 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do editors make in North Carolina?
The median editors salary in North Carolina is $73,740 per year (mean $77,380), and about 80% earn between $44,050 and $103,990.
How much do editors make per hour in North Carolina?
Roughly $37 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $77,380 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is North Carolina a high-paying state for editors?
North Carolina ranks #14 of 50 states for editors pay. Its mean salary of $77,380 is about 14.1% below the U.S. average of $90,060.
Which metro areas in North Carolina pay editors the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in North Carolina for editors are Durham-Chapel Hill, NC ($80,410), Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC ($77,730), Raleigh-Cary, NC ($76,360), by median annual wage.