Editors Salary in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, editors earn $63,790 at the median — $30.67 an hour. The range runs from $37K at the entry level to $126K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Pennsylvania. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $64K get you in Pennsylvania?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Pennsylvania
Entry-level editors (10th percentile) start around $37K. Mid-career wages sit at $64K. Top earners bring in $126K or more, a $89K spread from bottom to top.
Editors salary by metro in Pennsylvania
9 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington | $77K | +21% | 1,910 |
| Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton | $73K | +15% | 130 |
| Erie | $62K | -2% | 40 |
| Pittsburgh | $60K | -6% | 420 |
| Scranton--Wilkes-Barre | $59K | -7% | 100 |
| Lancaster | $52K | -19% | 120 |
| Harrisburg-Carlisle | $51K | -20% | 160 |
| York-Hanover | $45K | -29% | 50 |
| State College | $45K | -29% | 30 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do editors make in Pennsylvania?
The median is $63,790 a year, that works out to about $31 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $36,900, and experienced editors can clear $125,900. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $64K enough to live in Pennsylvania?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $4,275/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,351/month, which eats 31.6% 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 Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania 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 $67,169 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.