Local Television

News Reporter

Salary data based on 27 job postings

"The median salary for a News Reporter in Local Television is $84,058 per year, with salaries ranging from $72,445 at the 10th percentile to $112,320 at the 90th percentile based on 14 job postings. Key skills required for this role include breaking news coverage, live reporting, news writing, social media content creation, and source development."

Last updated: February 2026

Median

$84,058

10th Percentile

$72,445

90th Percentile

$112,320

Sample Size

14

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News Reporter Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$72,445Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$84,058Typical salary
90th Percentile$112,320Senior / top earners

Based on 14 job postings with salary data

Skills for News Reporter

Breaking news coverageLive reportingNews writingSocial media content creationSource developmentOn-air presentationDigital content creationBroadcast journalismStorytellingAd-libbing

Common Employers Hiring News Reporter

  • FOX11 positions
  • Cox Media Group4 positions
  • Nexstar Broadcasting3 positions
  • Cox Media Group, LLC2 positions
  • Gray Media2 positions

Top Locations for News Reporter

Houston, TexasOrlando, FL 32801Denver, COPhoenix, ArizonaChicago, Illinois

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Data extracted from 27 job postings on Hollylist.com ยท Last updated February 2026