Local Television

News Reporter

Salary data based on 40 job postings

"The median salary for a News Reporter in Local Television is $92,500 per year, with salaries ranging from $72,445 at the 10th percentile to $114,766 at the 90th percentile based on 21 job postings. Key skills required for this role include breaking news coverage, live reporting, news writing, source development, and social media content creation."

Last updated: July 2026

Median

$92,500

10th Percentile

$72,445

90th Percentile

$114,766

Sample Size

21

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News Reporter Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$72,445Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$92,500Typical salary
90th Percentile$114,766Senior / top earners

Based on 21 job postings with salary data

Skills for News Reporter

Breaking news coverageLive reportingNews writingSource developmentSocial media content creationDeadline managementDigital content creationVideo shooting and editingInterview skillsOn-air presentation

Common Employers Hiring News Reporter

  • FOX15 positions
  • Cox Media Group5 positions
  • Hearst4 positions
  • NBCUniversal4 positions
  • Nexstar Broadcasting4 positions

Top Locations for News Reporter

Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaHouston, TexasOrlando, FL 32801Denver, COJacksonville, FL 32224

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Data extracted from 40 job postings on Hollylist.com ยท Last updated July 2026