Magazine Editor Career

*A job as a Magazine Editor falls under the broader career category of Editors. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Editors : Plan, coordinate, revise, or edit written material. May review proposals and drafts for possible publication.


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Editor Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$85,110

Median Hourly Wage

$40.92*

Total Employed Nationally

95,700


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2023 wage data and 2022-2032 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2022-2032). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.