Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys Salary in Southern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $27,860 -39% vs national
Median hourly $13.40
10th percentile $21,740
90th percentile $50,350
Employed locally 30
National median $45,680

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $21,740
    25th
    $26,930
    50th (median)
    $27,860
    75th
    $36,880
    90th
    $50,350

    Top-paying metros for Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $126,550
    New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ $102,300
    San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $88,560
    Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA $78,350
    Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT $75,330
    California $73,930

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $37,540
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $37,610
    Public Relations Specialists $56,420
    Graphic Designers $51,230
    Floral Designers $24,670
    Producers and Directors $58,890

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys make per hour in Southern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys in Southern Ohio is $13.40, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.01 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Ohio above or below average for Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys salaries?

    The median Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys salary in Southern Ohio is 39% below the national median of $45,680. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys in Southern Ohio?

    Entry-level Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys (10th percentile) earn around $21,740 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $26,930.