News Reporter Salary Information
Reporters in the news industry can have varying salaries, from the lowest-paid making under $24,520 per year to the highest-paid earning over $117,170 annually. Those in big city stations and major media markets have the potential to make six figures or even more.
Roles and Compensation
- Entry-Level News Reporters: Less than 1 year experience, average total compensation of $34,561.
- Early Career News Reporters: 1-4 years of experience, average total compensation of $43,263.
Average Salaries in Journalism
- Journalists: Approximately $50,000 per year.
- Anchors: Average $79,000.
- Producers: Average $73,000.
- Political Correspondents: Average $70,000.
- Business Editors: Average $68,000.
- Freelance Journalists: Average $35,000.