Editors Salary in Washington
Editors in Washington earn a median of $77,850 a year, 0% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $77,850
- vs. U.S. median
- 0% ($77,920)
- Rank among states
- 10 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,860
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $50,320; the top 10% earn over $128,630. Nationally the range is $41,250 to $153,700.
States ranked near Washington
Similar jobs in Washington
- Writers and Authors$85,700 median in Washington
- News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists$54,760 median in Washington
- Public Relations Specialists$87,470 median in Washington
- Producers and Directors$81,550 median in Washington
- Advertising and Promotions Managers$163,380 median in Washington
- Art Directors$121,170 median in Washington
Editors pay in Washington
How much do editors make in Washington?
The median is $77,850 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $50,320 and the top 10% earn over $128,630. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for editors?
On pay alone it ranks 10 of 50 (0% vs. the national median of $77,920). Living costs are not included.