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News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists
Full news analysts, reporters, and journalists overview →U.S. mean $102,460 · median $62,200
| State | Rank | Mean | Median | Hourly | Mean vs U.S. | P10–P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | #1 | $251,110 | $100,770 | $121 | +145.1% | $49,500–$327,640 |
| District of Columbia | #2 | $174,360 | $105,390 | $84 | +70.2% | $64,600–$222,040 |
| Connecticut | #3 | $105,770 | $61,620 | $51 | +3.2% | $45,000–$210,770 |
| Illinois | #4 | $87,560 | $60,590 | $42 | -14.5% | $36,680–$140,620 |