How much does a Editor earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for Editor in Australia ranges from AUD 88,634 to AUD 97,951 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 2,278 job listings

Salary Guide

Editor Salary in Australia

Based on 2,278 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$88,634 - $97,951

Median salary

$88,634 - $97,951

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$42K

25th percentile$53K

Median$89K

75th percentile$98K

90th percentile$113K

50% of professionals earn between $52,500 - $97,951 AUD

The median salary is $88,634

Top cities

Sydney539 job openings

Melbourne211 job openings

Brisbane131 job openings

Perth79 job openings

Canberra71 job openings

Adelaide66 job openings

Gold Coast44 job openings

Port Phillip41 job openings

Cairns31 job openings

Townsville31 job openings

Townsville City Center26 job openings

Darwin22 job openings

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Editor

2,278 job openings

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The average salary for a Editor in Australia is AUD 88,634 - AUD 97,951 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 93,293 per year, based on 2,278 active job listings.

The cities with the most Editor job opportunities in Australia are Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Canberra. Sydney leads with 539 job openings.

Explore 2,278 Editor job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.