News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists Salary (2025)
Based on 39,250 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $36,240 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $45,370 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $62,200 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $98,450 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $144,140 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$36K
25th
$45K
Median
$62K
75th
$98K
90th
$144K
Highest Paying States for News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| New York | $251,110 |
| District of Columbia | $174,360 |
| Connecticut | $105,770 |
| Illinois | $87,560 |
| Georgia | $87,210 |
| Nevada | $83,550 |
| Michigan | $81,950 |
| Maryland | $77,570 |
| Utah | $77,340 |
| Virginia | $76,820 |
Geographic Salary Variation
News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is New York at an average of $251,110 per year, while Virginia has an average of $76,820 — a difference of $174,290. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 39,250 workers were employed as News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations. The annual mean wage of $102,460 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 27-3023