Editors Salary in New York
Editors in New York earn a median of $101,480 a year, +30% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $101,480
- vs. U.S. median
- +30% ($77,920)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 16,800
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $57,910; the top 10% earn over $179,370. Nationally the range is $41,250 to $153,700.
States ranked near New York
Similar jobs in New York
- News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists$100,770 median in New York
- Public Relations Specialists$81,250 median in New York
- Producers and Directors$107,550 median in New York
- Advertising and Promotions Managers$173,700 median in New York
- Art Directors$137,320 median in New York
- Talent Directors$107,550 median in New York (broader BLS group)
Editors pay in New York
How much do editors make in New York?
The median is $101,480 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $57,910 and the top 10% earn over $179,370. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for editors?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 50 (+30% vs. the national median of $77,920). Living costs are not included.