News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalist Career

Job Description: Narrate or write news stories, reviews, or commentary for print, broadcast, or other communications media such as newspapers, magazines, radio, or television. May collect and analyze information through interview, investigation, or observation.


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News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalist Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$106,030

Median Hourly Wage

$50.98*

Total Employed Nationally

41,550


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2025 wage data and 2024-2034 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2024-2034). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.