Editor salary in Australia

The average salary for an Editor is $80,399 per year in Australia. This figure is based on 20 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on 30 August 2026.

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Editor salaries typically range between a low of $52,880 and a high of $125,717 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Editor include Wallsend NSW at $127,639 per year, Mildura VIC at $125,664 per year and Hotham Hill VIC at $109,548 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Editor include Transport for NSW (USD 142,858 per year) and Ausgrid (USD 127,722 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Editor salary compares to related positions:

• Assistant Editor: Average $92,788 per year
• Associate Editor: Average $95,431 per year
• Junior Editor: Average $63,876 per year
• Senior Editor: Average $135,762 per year