How much does a Junior Editor make in New York, NY?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Junior Editor in New York, NY is $79,389. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $61,958 to a high of $97,487, with most professionals earning between $70,265 and $88,862.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Junior Editor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Junior Editor Salary $61,958 New York,NY April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Junior Editor Salary $70,265 New York,NY April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Junior Editor Salary $79,389 New York,NY April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Junior Editor Salary $88,862 New York,NY April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Junior Editor Salary $97,487 New York,NY April 01, 2025
25% $70,265 10% $61,958 90% $97,487 75% $88,862 $79,389 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Editor I

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Junior Editor

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Editor III

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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