News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists Salary in Missouri
News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists in Missouri earn a median of $46,920 a year, −25% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $46,920
- vs. U.S. median
- −25% ($62,200)
- Rank among states
- 35 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 480
Pay range in Missouri
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $29,550; the top 10% earn over $82,220. Nationally the range is $36,240 to $144,140.
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News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists pay in Missouri
How much do news analysts, reporters, and journalists make in Missouri?
The median is $46,920 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $29,550 and the top 10% earn over $82,220. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Missouri a good state for news analysts, reporters, and journalists?
On pay alone it ranks 35 of 48 (−25% vs. the national median of $62,200). Living costs are not included.