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Editor Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median editor salary in Aurora, IL is $69,426 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$69,426
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-3,654
Cost of Living
95%

Editor Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level editor earns around $39,900, while experienced professionals earn up to $118,750 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$39,900
$-2,100 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$71,250
$-3,750 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$118,750
$-6,250 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $38,000
25th Percentile $50,350
Median (50th) $69,426
75th Percentile $93,100
90th Percentile $125,400

Editor Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$78,926
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$78,196
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$62,118
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$59,926
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Editor in Aurora

Education

Most editor positions require a bachelor's degree. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

EditingAP/Chicago StyleCMS PlatformsContent StrategyFact-CheckingCommunication

Job Outlook

Nationally, editor employment is projected to grow -5% over the next decade (decline). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.