Proofreaders and Copy Markers pay in the United States
In the U.S., the median pay for proofreaders and copy markers is $24.58 an hour ($51,120 a year). About 4,580 people work in this job there.
Pay range for proofreaders and copy markers in the U.S.
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.59 | $34,510 |
| 25% of workers | $19.79 | $41,170 |
| Half of workers (median) | $24.58 | $51,120 |
| 75% of workers | $29.99 | $62,390 |
| 90% of workers | $38.12 | $79,290 |
Best-paying states for proofreaders and copy markers
| State | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $68,120 | 50 |
| New York | $59,740 | 1,030 |
| California | $57,490 | 300 |
| Massachusetts | $57,160 | 190 |
| New Jersey | $56,700 | 160 |
| Ohio | $55,560 | 100 |
| Maryland | $53,920 | 0 |
| Washington | $53,890 | 60 |
| Missouri | $52,920 | 110 |
| Kansas | $51,160 | 90 |
Pay by state
- New York · $59,740
Education, experience and outlook for proofreaders and copy markers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: -0.9% over ten years, little or no change · about 1,100 openings a year (BLS)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
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| File Clerks | $43,600 |
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| Writers and Authors | $76,910 |
| Technical Writers | $90,390 |
| Word Processors and Typists | $49,280 |
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