News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists Salary in Kentucky
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 6 metro areas • Kentucky
News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists in Kentucky earn a median salary of $34,897 per year on average across 6 metro and nonmetro areas, -42.1% vs the national median of $60,280. An estimated 410 news analysts, reporters, and journalists are employed across Kentucky, with salaries ranging from $29,060 to $44,680 depending on location.
$34,897
Avg median salary in Kentucky
$44,680
Highest paying metro
$29,060
Lowest paying metro
410
Employed in Kentucky
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inNews Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists salaries by city in Kentucky
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $44,680 | $35,850 | $45,240 | 180 |
| Lexington, KY | $43,940 | $35,580 | $44,460 | 100 |
| Central Kentucky | $31,210 | $29,840 | $38,210 | 30 |
| West Kentucky | $30,880 | $29,890 | $35,500 | 40 |
| South Central Kentucky | $29,610 | $28,080 | $34,850 | 30 |
| East Kentucky | $29,060 | $24,030 | $38,220 | 30 |