SOC 27-3023 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists is $60,278 per year ($28.98/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $40,414 and $97,469 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $162,427 per year. There are approximately 41,550 news analysts, reporters, and journalists employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $16.63 | $34,590 |
| P25 | $19.43 | $40,414 |
| P50MEDIAN | $28.98 | $60,278 |
| P75 | $46.86 | $97,469 |
| P90 | $78.09 | $162,427 |
Professional & Business Services was the only sector with openings growth (+64K) in February. Quit rates eased to 2.6%. Active hiring continues for specialized roles, particularly at senior levels.
The national median salary for News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists is $60,278 per year ($28.98/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $40,414 and $97,469 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists is $162,427 per year ($78.09/hr). The 75th percentile is $97,469 per year.
Entry-level News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists (10th percentile) earn approximately $34,590 per year ($16.63/hr). The 25th percentile is $40,414 per year.
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