Hearst employees working as Features Editor in US have attributed a compensation and benefits rating of 2.3 out of 5 stars, based on 2 ratings. This is in line with the average of Features Editor professionals at Hearst worldwide.
The salary trajectory of a Features Editor ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $59,141 per year (estimate) and goes up to $129,220 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
The estimated average salary for a Features Editor at Hearst is $108,061 per year or $52 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly $197,752 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between $81,046 (25th percentile) and $151,012 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 5 salaries submitted by Hearst Features Editor professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jul 2026.
Features Editor professionals typically earn between $39 and $73 per hour.
Features Editor professionals typically earn between $6,754 and $12,584 monthly.
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