News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists Salary in Idaho
News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists in Idaho earn a median of $51,190 a year, −18% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $51,190
- vs. U.S. median
- −18% ($62,200)
- Rank among states
- 22 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 220
Pay range in Idaho
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $32,520; the top 10% earn over $85,040. Nationally the range is $36,240 to $144,140.
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News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists pay in Idaho
How much do news analysts, reporters, and journalists make in Idaho?
The median is $51,190 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $32,520 and the top 10% earn over $85,040. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Idaho a good state for news analysts, reporters, and journalists?
On pay alone it ranks 22 of 48 (−18% vs. the national median of $62,200). Living costs are not included.