How much does an editor make in Olympia?
$68,830a year
Median yearly pay for editors in the Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA metro area. That is $33.09 an hour or $5,736 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.09
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among cities
- 71 of 182
- Jobs in the area
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,450Median: $68,830Highest 10%: $112,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,450 | $23.29 | |
| 25th | $51,860 | $24.93 | |
| Median | $68,830 | $33.09 | |
| 75th | $84,130 | $40.45 | |
| 90th | $112,900 | $54.28 |
Other cities in Washington
Median yearly pay for editors.
| Seattle, WA | $79,660 |
| Portland, OR | $75,430 |
| Spokane, WA | $67,810 |
Related jobs in Olympia
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Technical Writer | $85,050 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $84,470 |
| Graphic Designer | $67,710 |
| Coach and Scout | $46,620 |
| Merchandise Displayer and Window Trimmer | $45,040 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an editor make an hour in Olympia?
The median hourly pay in the Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA metro area is $33.09 ($68,830 a year).
Do editors make more in Olympia than the national average?
No: $68,830 against $77,920 nationally, 12% less.
How does Olympia compare with the rest of Washington?
The median in Washington is $77,850, so Olympia pays 12% less.
Where does Olympia rank for editor pay?
71 of 182 metro areas with data.
How much does an editor make starting out in Olympia?
The lowest-paid 10% make $48,450 or less a year; the top 10% make $112,900 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.