News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists Salary in Virginia
News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists in Virginia earn a median of $62,140 a year, 0% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $62,140
- vs. U.S. median
- 0% ($62,200)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 1,110
Pay range in Virginia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $39,270; the top 10% earn over $134,080. Nationally the range is $36,240 to $144,140.
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News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists pay in Virginia
How much do news analysts, reporters, and journalists make in Virginia?
The median is $62,140 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $39,270 and the top 10% earn over $134,080. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Virginia a good state for news analysts, reporters, and journalists?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 48 (0% vs. the national median of $62,200). Living costs are not included.