How much does a film and video editor make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for film and video editors in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $44.11 an hour or $7,646 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.11
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among cities
- 4 of 76
- Jobs in the area
- 560
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,990 | $28.84 | |
| 25th | $68,850 | $33.10 | |
| Median | $91,750 | $44.11 | |
| 75th | $107,700 | $51.77 | |
| 90th | $129,300 | $62.16 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for film and video editors.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Musician and Singer | $133,600 |
| Artist and Related Worker | $125,100 |
| Media and Communication Equipment Worker | $121,700 |
| Writer and Author | $108,500 |
| Art Director | $106,000 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $101,700 |
| News Analyst | $101,000 |
| Producer and Director | $100,300 |
| Technical Writer | $99,910 |
| Interpreter and Translator | $94,510 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a film and video editor make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $44.11 ($91,750 a year).
Do film and video editors make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $91,750 against $75,420 nationally, 22% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $98,830, so Washington pays 7% less.
Where does Washington rank for film and video editor pay?
4 of 76 metro areas with data.
How much does a film and video editor make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $59,990 or less a year; the top 10% make $129,300 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.