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Editors Salary Guide for Pennsylvania

editors working in Pennsylvania earn an average of $70,380.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
3,510
Annual Mean Salary
$70,380.00
Hourly Rate
$33.84
Estimated Monthly*
$5,414.40
*Based on 40-hour work week

Pennsylvania vs National Salary Trends

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

While Pennsylvania shows an upward salary trend for editors, it remains below the national average. However, the positive trajectory indicates potential for growth in the future.

Local Market Analysis

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

Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington

Annual Mean Salary
$76,020.00
Hourly Rate
$36.55
Employment
1,740 professionals
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Pittsburgh

Annual Mean Salary
$71,720.00
Hourly Rate
$34.48
Employment
540 professionals
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Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton

Annual Mean Salary
$68,580.00
Hourly Rate
$32.97
Employment
100 professionals
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State College

Annual Mean Salary
$66,890.00
Hourly Rate
$32.16
Employment
30 professionals
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Harrisburg-Carlisle

Annual Mean Salary
$64,520.00
Hourly Rate
$31.02
Employment
150 professionals
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Scranton--Wilkes-Barre--Hazleton

Annual Mean Salary
$63,220.00
Hourly Rate
$30.39
Employment
120 professionals
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Lancaster

Annual Mean Salary
$63,100.00
Hourly Rate
$30.34
Employment
140 professionals
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York-Hanover

Annual Mean Salary
$61,380.00
Hourly Rate
$29.51
Employment
30 professionals
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Erie

Annual Mean Salary
$61,110.00
Hourly Rate
$29.38
Employment
40 professionals
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Northern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$52,570.00
Hourly Rate
$25.28
Employment
90 professionals
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Southern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$49,450.00
Hourly Rate
$23.78
Employment
70 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.