Proofreading: Average Salary & Pay Trends 2026 | Glassdoor
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How much does Proofreading make?
Total pay range
$54K - $95K/yr
$71K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$45K - $79K/yrBase pay
$9K - $17K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Apr 10, 20255 Salaries submitted
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The average salary for Proofreading is $71,375 per year or $34 per hour, with top earners making up to $123,077 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $53,857 (25th percentile) to $95,383 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 5 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Proofreading employees.
The highest salary for Proofreading is $95,383 per year, $7,949 per month or $46 per hour.
The lowest salary for Proofreading is $53,857 per year, $4,488 per month or $26 per hour.
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