Newspaper and periodical editors Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median newspaper and periodical editors salary in the UK is £41,583 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £47,923, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £23.48.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £35,842 in Scotland to £51,847 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£41,583
Annual
UK Mean
£47,923
Annual
Hourly Rate
£23.48
Median
UK Jobs
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Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £51,847 | £56,799 | £44,542 |
| West Midlands | £43,100 | £44,617 | £47,104 |
| South East | £37,025 | £37,395 | £35,877 |
| South West | £36,979 | £40,385 | £38,480 |
| East | £36,095 | £34,710 | £37,097 |
| Scotland | £35,842 | £37,715 | £38,832 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average newspaper and periodical editors salary in the UK?
The median newspaper and periodical editors salary in the UK is £41,583 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £47,923, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays newspaper and periodical editors the most?
London pays the highest newspaper and periodical editors salaries with a median of £51,847.
How does newspaper and periodical editors pay vary by region?
Newspaper and periodical editors salaries range from £35,842 in Scotland to £51,847 in London.
Are newspaper and periodical editors salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for newspaper and periodical editors?
The median hourly rate for newspaper and periodical editors in the UK is £23.48 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.