How much does an Editorial Director make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Editorial Director in the United States is $145,469. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $131,236 to a high of $171,086, with most professionals earning between $138,019 and $158,878.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Editorial Director Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Editorial Director Salary $131,236 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Editorial Director Salary $138,019 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Editorial Director Salary $145,469 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Editorial Director Salary $158,878 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Editorial Director Salary $171,086 US April 01, 2025
25% $138,019 10% $131,236 90% $171,086 75% $158,878 $145,469 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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