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How much does Executive Editor make?
Total pay range
$118K - $217K/yr
$157K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$92K - $169K/yrBase pay
$26K - $48K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Apr 10, 2025353 Salaries submitted
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Glassdoor Economist Pay Overview
What is the pay outlook for Media & Communications?
Media and communications jobs are expected to see increased demand due to growth in different communications platforms. Digital expertise will become increasingly important as consumers continue to shift away from print, radio and television and towards electronic media. Most media & communications careers require higher education, although this varies greatly depending on the field, and usually offer above-average pay.
Top paying industries
The top 3 paying industries for Executive Editor in United States are Media & Communication with a median total pay of $143,000, Legal with a median total pay of $117,259 and Education with a median total pay of $101,806.
Frequently asked questions about Executive Editor salaries
The average salary for Executive Editor is $157,194 per year or $76 per hour, with top earners making up to $286,684 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $117,896 (25th percentile) to $216,566 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 353 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Executive Editor employees.
The highest salary for Executive Editor is $216,566 per year, $18,047 per month or $104 per hour.
The lowest salary for Executive Editor is $117,896 per year, $9,825 per month or $57 per hour.