Spine-Line Editing rates fall within the ranges indicated below; rates may vary considerably depending on the nature of the work, the time frame of the assignment, the degree of special expertise required, and other factors. The industry standard for a manuscript page, however, is a firm 250.
| Type of Work | Estimated Pace | Range of Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Basic copyediting | 5-10 ms pgs/hr | $30-$40/hr |
| Major or heavy copyediting | 2-5 ms pgs/hr | $40-$50/hr |
| Non-native English writers | Please contact us for current rates | |
| Developmental editing | 1-5 ms pgs/hr | $40-$50/hr |
| Substantive or line editing | 1-6 ms pgs/hr | $40-$60/hr |
| Proofreading | 9-13 ms pgs/hr | $30-$35/hr |
| Transcribing | variable | $3-$5/pg |
| Manuscript Evaluation | $45-$55/hr |
Note:
ms = manuscript
pg = page
hr = hour
wd = word
