News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists Salary in Alaska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Alaska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $44,010 -27% vs national
Median hourly $21.16
10th percentile $36,960
90th percentile $61,150
Employed locally 50
National median $60,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,960
    25th
    $37,560
    50th (median)
    $44,010
    75th
    $49,620
    90th
    $61,150

    Top-paying metros for News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Waterbury-Shelton, CT $138,910
    New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ $104,270
    New York $103,810
    District of Columbia $103,350
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $102,240
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $99,730

    Related occupations in Alaska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Public Relations Specialists$61,420
    Coaches and Scouts$35,990
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$43,660
    Producers and Directors$61,210
    Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys$44,900
    Interpreters and Translators$62,850

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists in Alaska is $21.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.24 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists salaries?

    The median News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists salary in Alaska is 27% below the national median of $60,280. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists in Alaska?

    Entry-level News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists (10th percentile) earn around $36,960 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,560.