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Editor Salary in Columbia, Missouri

The median editor salary in Columbia, MO is $64,310 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 0.0% above the Missouri state average.

City Median
$64,310
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-8,770
Cost of Living
88%

Editor Salary in Columbia by Experience

In Columbia, an entry-level editor earns around $36,960, while experienced professionals earn up to $110,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$36,960
$-5,040 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$66,000
$-9,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$110,000
$-15,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Columbia, MO

Percentile Columbia
10th Percentile $35,200
25th Percentile $46,640
Median (50th) $64,310
75th Percentile $86,240
90th Percentile $116,160

Editor Salary in Other Missouri Cities

Kansas City, MO
$67,234
Pop. 508,090
Saint Louis, MO
$65,772
Pop. 301,578
Independence, MO
$62,118
Pop. 123,011
Springfield, MO
$59,926
Pop. 169,176

How to Become a Editor in Columbia

Education

Most editor positions require a bachelor's degree. Columbia and the surrounding Missouri 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 Columbia may vary based on local industry and population growth.