How much does an editor make in Salem?
$80,650a year
Median yearly pay for editors in the Salem, OR metro area. That is $38.77 an hour or $6,721 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.77
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among cities
- 13 of 182
- Jobs in the area
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,330Median: $80,650Highest 10%: $116,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,330 | $20.83 | |
| 25th | $61,610 | $29.62 | |
| Median | $80,650 | $38.77 | |
| 75th | $94,580 | $45.47 | |
| 90th | $116,500 | $56.01 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for editors.
| Portland, OR | $75,430 |
| Bend, OR | $61,890 |
| Eugene, OR | $58,460 |
Related jobs in Salem
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Producer and Director | $98,900 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $87,740 |
| Technical Writer | $84,000 |
| Interpreter and Translator | $80,960 |
| Graphic Designer | $65,720 |
| Interior Designer | $64,750 |
| Music Director and Composer | $56,730 |
| Floral Designer | $45,120 |
| Coach and Scout | $44,400 |
| Merchandise Displayer and Window Trimmer | $43,750 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an editor make an hour in Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Salem, OR metro area is $38.77 ($80,650 a year).
Do editors make more in Salem than the national average?
Yes: $80,650 against $77,920 nationally, 4% more.
How does Salem compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $71,540, so Salem pays 13% more.
Where does Salem rank for editor pay?
13 of 182 metro areas with data.
How much does an editor make starting out in Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $43,330 or less a year; the top 10% make $116,500 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.