Editor Salary in Nebraska
Based on 360+ workers in Nebraska
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (NE)
$46,320
$22.27/hr
vs National Average
$66,682
-30.5% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$32K – $73K
360 employed in Nebraska
Salary Distribution — Editor in Nebraska
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $32,280 |
| 25th percentile | $39,120 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $46,320 |
| 75th percentile | $58,730 |
| 90th percentile | $72,740 |
Top-Paying Industries for Editor (U.S.)
Which industries pay Editors the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Editors in Nebraska tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $100,360 | 1K |
| Transportation and Warehousing | $81,450 | 50 |
| Other Services (except Public Administration) | $79,570 | 5K |
| Retail Trade | $79,350 | 370 |
| Information | $78,310 | 54K |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Editor in Nebraska vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Nebraska) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $43,840 |
| 2023 | $45,520 |
| 2024 | $40,100 |
| 2025 | $46,320 |
| 2026 (projected) | $49,099 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Nebraska Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $43,840 | $58,973 |
| 2023 | $45,520 | $61,285 |
| 2024 | $40,100 | $61,822 |
| 2025 | $46,320 | $66,682 |
| 2026 (projected) | $49,099 | $70,683 |
Editor Salary by Experience Level in Nebraska
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $39,120 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $46,320 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $58,730 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $72,740 |
Editor Salary in Other States
Related Editor Salaries in Nebraska
How other high-demand occupations in Nebraska compare to Editor ($46,320 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Editor | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purchasing Agent in NE | $74,950 | +61.8% | $36.03/hr |
| Training and Development Specialist in NE | $65,700 | +41.8% | $31.59/hr |
| Writer and Author in NE | $65,470 | +41.3% | $31.48/hr |
| Logistician in NE | $65,370 | +41.1% | $31.43/hr |
| Public Relations Specialist in NE | $61,780 | +33.4% | $29.70/hr |
| Market Research Analyst in NE | $60,000 | +29.5% | $28.85/hr |
| Real Estate Sales Agent in NE | $47,240 | +2.0% | $22.71/hr |
| Pharmacy Technician in NE | $46,610 | +0.6% | $22.41/hr |
| Dental Assistant in NE | $46,660 | +0.7% | $22.43/hr |
| Administrative Assistant in NE | $46,760 | +0.9% | $22.48/hr |
| Rehabilitation Counselor in NE | $47,050 | +1.6% | $22.62/hr |
| Bookkeeper in NE | $47,110 | +1.7% | $22.65/hr |