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Editors Salary in Wisconsin
Ranked #28 of 50 · WI
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of editorss in Wisconsin earn between $39,470 and $102,530. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean editors salary in Wisconsin is $70,670, about 21.5% below the U.S. average ($90,060). That works out to roughly $34/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Wisconsin
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oshkosh-Neenah, WI | $79,350 | $78,220 | 50 |
| Green Bay, WI | $74,650 | $72,040 | 110 |
| Madison, WI | $66,920 | $71,490 | 380 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $66,560 | $75,850 | 370 |
| Eau Claire, WI | $54,090 | $71,640 | 40 |
| Northeastern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area | $47,940 | $58,970 | 70 |
| Western Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area | $47,650 | $64,780 | 60 |
| South Central Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area | $47,270 | $60,470 | 80 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do editors make in Wisconsin?
The median editors salary in Wisconsin is $64,270 per year (mean $70,670), and about 80% earn between $39,470 and $102,530.
How much do editors make per hour in Wisconsin?
Roughly $34 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $70,670 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Wisconsin a high-paying state for editors?
Wisconsin ranks #28 of 50 states for editors pay. Its mean salary of $70,670 is about 21.5% below the U.S. average of $90,060.
Which metro areas in Wisconsin pay editors the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Wisconsin for editors are Oshkosh-Neenah, WI ($79,350), Green Bay, WI ($74,650), Madison, WI ($66,920), by median annual wage.