Medical Editor Salary in the United States

Medical Editor Salary

How much does a Medical Editor make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Medical Editor in the United States is $74,193. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $66,084 to $82,519, with most professionals earning between $58,702 and $90,100.

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Medical Editor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Medical Editor Salary $58,702 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Medical Editor Salary $66,084 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Medical Editor Salary $74,193 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Medical Editor Salary $82,519 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Medical Editor Salary $90,100 US April 01, 2025
25% $66,084 10% $58,702 90% $90,100 75% $82,519 $74,193 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Medical Writer I

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Medical Editor

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Medical Writer III

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Medical Editor in the United States. The base salary for Medical Editor ranges from $66,084 to $82,519 with the average base salary of $74,193. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $66,084 to $82,519 with the average total cash compensation of $74,193.

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