Wages vary by employer and area of the country. In general, proofreaders who work in large cities earn more than those who work in small towns.
Benefits also vary by employer. Full-time proofreaders may receive typical benefits such as paid vacation, sick leave, and health insurance.
Proofreaders and copy markers (SOC 43-9081)
| Location |
Pay Period | |
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| 25% |
Median |
75% |
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| Illinois | Hourly | $16.99 | $21.30 | $27.19 |
| Yearly | $35,354 | $44,302 | $56,545 | |
| Cook County | Hourly | $18.72 | $23.62 | $34.26 |
| Yearly | $38,942 | $49,128 | $71,271 | |
| Du Page County | Hourly | $17.01 | $17.01 | $17.01 |
| Yearly | $35,382 | $35,382 | $35,382 | |
| Lake County | Hourly | $25.45 | $27.17 | $35.58 |
| Yearly | $52,928 | $56,507 | $74,021 | |
| United States | Hourly | $18.24 | $23.46 | $28.41 |
| Yearly | $37,940 | $48,790 | $59,090 | |