News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists
Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.
Median salary
$62,200/yr
Typical range
$45,370 – $98,450
Education
Bachelor's degree
Time to entry
About 4 years
What a News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists does
Investigate stories, conduct interviews, and report on current events through articles, broadcast segments, or digital platforms. Deliver accurate, timely information to keep the public informed.
Education & path
The typical entry point is a bachelor's degree. About 4 years.
Estimated cost of that path: ~$40,000. Estimated payback: ~3 years. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.
Related careers
- Public Relations Specialists — $74,750/yr
- Editors — $77,920/yr
- Interpreters and Translators — $60,170/yr
- Writers and Authors — $76,910/yr
- Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers — $76,910/yr
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