Editors Salary in North Carolina
In North Carolina, editors earn $64,340 at the median — $30.93 an hour. The range runs from $38K at the entry level to $101K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across North Carolina. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $64K get you in North Carolina?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, North Carolina
Entry-level editors (10th percentile) start around $38K. Mid-career wages sit at $64K. Top earners bring in $101K or more, a $62K spread from bottom to top.
Editors salary by metro in North Carolina
6 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durham-Chapel Hill | $81K | +26% | 260 |
| Raleigh-Cary | $69K | +7% | 330 |
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia | $65K | +1% | 490 |
| Asheville | $62K | -4% | 110 |
| Greensboro-High Point | $59K | -9% | 140 |
| Winston-Salem | $57K | -12% | 70 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do editors make in North Carolina?
The median is $64,340 a year, that works out to about $31 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $38,410, and experienced editors can clear $100,650. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $64K enough to live in North Carolina?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $4,230/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,284/month, which eats 30.4% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a editors salary go in North Carolina?
North Carolina has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median editors salary is worth about $69,437 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do editors get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.