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Editors Salary in Washington
Ranked #8 of 50 · WA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of editorss in Washington earn between $50,320 and $128,630. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean editors salary in Washington is $83,960, about 6.8% below the U.S. average ($90,060). That works out to roughly $40/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Washington
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $79,660 | $85,440 | 1,380 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $73,470 | $83,510 | 40 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA | $68,830 | $73,430 | 70 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA | $67,810 | $83,730 | 90 |
| Western Washington nonmetropolitan area | $66,820 | $79,260 | 30 |
| Bellingham, WA | $62,290 | $71,050 | 30 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do editors make in Washington?
The median editors salary in Washington is $77,850 per year (mean $83,960), and about 80% earn between $50,320 and $128,630.
How much do editors make per hour in Washington?
Roughly $40 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $83,960 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Washington a high-paying state for editors?
Washington ranks #8 of 50 states for editors pay. Its mean salary of $83,960 is about 6.8% below the U.S. average of $90,060.
Which metro areas in Washington pay editors the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Washington for editors are Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA ($79,660), Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA ($73,470), Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA ($68,830), by median annual wage.