News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists Salary in West Central Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $47,780 -20.7% vs national
Median hourly $22.97
10th percentile $34,040
90th percentile $63,620
Employed locally 40
National median $60,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,040
    25th
    $36,600
    50th (median)
    $47,780
    75th
    $48,250
    90th
    $63,620

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $32,220
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    Public Relations Specialists $48,280
    Floral Designers $30,140
    Producers and Directors $55,080

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists make per hour in West Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists in West Central Illinois is $22.97, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.59 or more per hour.

    Is West Central Illinois above or below average for News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists salaries?

    The median News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists salary in West Central Illinois is 20.7% 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 West Central Illinois?

    Entry-level News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists (10th percentile) earn around $34,040 per year in West Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,600.