How much does an editor make in Lawrence?
$65,460a year
Median yearly pay for editors in the Lawrence, KS metro area. That is $31.47 an hour or $5,455 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.47
- Vs. national median
- -16%
- Rank among cities
- 87 of 182
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,240Median: $65,460Highest 10%: $93,810
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,240 | $24.63 | |
| 25th | $57,860 | $27.82 | |
| Median | $65,460 | $31.47 | |
| 75th | $74,430 | $35.78 | |
| 90th | $93,810 | $45.10 |
Other cities in Kansas
Median yearly pay for editors.
| Kansas City, MO | $65,180 |
| Topeka, KS | $63,560 |
| Wichita, KS | $56,420 |
Related jobs in Lawrence
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Public Relations Specialist | $58,040 |
| Graphic Designer | $54,290 |
| Coach and Scout | $52,460 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an editor make an hour in Lawrence?
The median hourly pay in the Lawrence, KS metro area is $31.47 ($65,460 a year).
Do editors make more in Lawrence than the national average?
No: $65,460 against $77,920 nationally, 16% less.
How does Lawrence compare with the rest of Kansas?
The median in Kansas is $61,920, so Lawrence pays 6% more.
Where does Lawrence rank for editor pay?
87 of 182 metro areas with data.
How much does an editor make starting out in Lawrence?
The lowest-paid 10% make $51,240 or less a year; the top 10% make $93,810 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.