News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists Salary in U.S.
In U.S., news analysts, reporters, and journalists earn $60,280 at the median — $28.98 an hour. The range runs from $35K at the entry level to $162K for experienced workers.
AffordMap analysis of BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (latest release, May 2024)
So what does $60K get you in U.S.?
About news analysts, reporters, and journalists
Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, U.S.
Entry-level news analysts, reporters, and journalists (10th percentile) start around $35K. Mid-career wages sit at $60K.Top earners bring in $162K or more - a $128K spread from bottom to top.
News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists pay across states
Median income ranked highest to lowest, compared to the national figure
| State | Median salary | vs. national | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | $104K | +72% | 5,220 |
| District of Columbia | $103K | +71% | 2,060 |
| California | $85K | +41% | 4,530 |
| Georgia | $76K | +27% | 1,370 |
| Virginia | $63K | +5% | 1,380 |
| Delaware | $62K | +2% | 40 |
| Connecticut | $62K | +2% | 310 |
| Nevada | $61K | +1% | 310 |
| Maryland | $61K | +1% | 730 |
| New Jersey | $60K | +0% | 660 |
| Texas | $60K | +0% | 2,460 |
| Hawaii | $60K | -0% | 170 |
| Rhode Island | $60K | -1% | 140 |
| Tennessee | $59K | -2% | 650 |
| Massachusetts | $59K | -2% | 1,180 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do news analysts, reporters, and journalists make in U.S.?
The median is $60,280 a year - that works out to about $28.98 an hour. The range is wide: entry-level workers start around $34,590, and experienced news analysts, reporters, and journalists can clear $162,430. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $60K enough to live in U.S.?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $4,206/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,412/month, which eats 33.6% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb - housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a news analysts, reporters, and journalists salary go in U.S.?
U.S. has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median news analysts, reporters, and journalists salary is worth about $60,280 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do news analysts, reporters, and journalists get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.