Editors Salary in California
Editors in California earn a median of $98,030 a year, +26% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $98,030
- vs. U.S. median
- +26% ($77,920)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 14,830
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $52,510; the top 10% earn over $173,590. Nationally the range is $41,250 to $153,700.
States ranked near California
Similar jobs in California
- Writers and Authors$86,480 median in California
- Public Relations Specialists$85,030 median in California
- Producers and Directors$129,790 median in California
- Advertising and Promotions Managers$167,230 median in California
- Art Directors$137,780 median in California
- Talent Directors$129,790 median in California (broader BLS group)
Editors pay in California
How much do editors make in California?
The median is $98,030 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $52,510 and the top 10% earn over $173,590. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for editors?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 50 (+26% vs. the national median of $77,920). Living costs are not included.