How much does an Executive Editor make?

As of May 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Executive Editor in the United States is $131,541. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $111,048 to a high of $168,936, with most professionals earning between $120,814 and $151,115.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Executive Editor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Executive Editor Salary $111,048 US May 01, 2025
25th Percentile Executive Editor Salary $120,814 US May 01, 2025
50th Percentile Executive Editor Salary $131,541 US May 01, 2025
75th Percentile Executive Editor Salary $151,115 US May 01, 2025
90th Percentile Executive Editor Salary $168,936 US May 01, 2025
25% $120,814 10% $111,048 90% $168,936 75% $151,115 $131,541 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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