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Editors Salary Guide for Missouri

editors working in Missouri earn an average of $54,980.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
1,050
Annual Mean Salary
$54,980.00
Hourly Rate
$26.43
Estimated Monthly*
$4,228.80
*Based on 40-hour work week

Missouri vs National Salary Trends

The chart below compares Missouri's editors salaries against national figures. This comparison helps you understand if Missouri offers competitive compensation and how local market conditions affect wages in this field.

Missouri shows a downward salary trend for editors, falling below the national average. This suggests challenges in the local job market for professionals in the field.

Local Market Analysis

Salaries for editors can vary significantly within Missouri. The breakdown below shows how compensation differs across metropolitan and rural areas, helping you identify the most financially rewarding locations in the state.

Kansas City

Annual Mean Salary
$71,580.00
Hourly Rate
$34.42
Employment
420 professionals
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St. Louis

Annual Mean Salary
$65,790.00
Hourly Rate
$31.63
Employment
360 professionals
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Springfield

Annual Mean Salary
$51,280.00
Hourly Rate
$24.66
Employment
40 professionals
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Jefferson City

Annual Mean Salary
$45,340.00
Hourly Rate
$21.80
Employment
30 professionals
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North Missouri nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$44,480.00
Hourly Rate
$21.39
Employment
80 professionals
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Southeast Missouri nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$43,580.00
Hourly Rate
$20.95
Employment
40 professionals
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Data Source: All salary information is obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. This data represents the most recent national employment and wage estimates for over 800 occupations. Note: Salary data is updated annually by the BLS. Regional variations may exist due to differences in cost of living, industry concentration, and local market conditions.