Film and Video Editors
Occupation
$70,980
National Median Salary
$34.12
Median Hourly Wage
28,860
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2014-2024)
+24.1%
10 Year Change
$57,210
2014 Median
$70,980
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries
Industry Wage Growth
Best Paying States
Fastest Growing States
Where This Career Pays Above Average
Top Paying Industries for Film and Video Editors
| Industry | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Accounting, Tax Preparation, Bookkeeping, and Payroll Services | $131,450 | 290 |
| Software Publishers | $122,180 | 180 |
| Employment Services | $110,990 | 760 |
| Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities | $100,440 | 50 |
| Temporary Help Services | $100,300 | 340 |
Top Paying States for Film and Video Editors
| State | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $102,450 | 4,060 |
| District of Columbia | $100,270 | 400 |
| Virginia | $88,310 | — |
| Massachusetts | $85,150 | 450 |
| California | $83,200 | 9,110 |
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Accounting, Tax Preparation, Bookkeeping, and Payroll Services
Software Publishers
Employment Services
Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
Temporary Help Services
Administrative and Support Services
Newspaper Publishers
Publishing Industries
Office Administrative Services
Scientific Research and Development Services
Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
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