Median annual wage for newsroom employees in the radio broadcasting sector (in U.S. dollars)
| Year | News analysts, reporters, and journalists | Editors | Television, Video, and Film Camera Operators and Editors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | $41,350 | $50,047 | $33,896 |
| 2013 | $39,634 | $58,176 | $38,409 |
| 2014 | $41,371 | $52,031 | $44,687 |
| 2015 | $40,469 | $62,211 | $46,664 |
| 2016 | $39,587 | $56,490 | $38,487 |
| 2017 | $40,042 | $74,899 | |
| 2018 | $42,955 | $76,735 | |
| 2019 | $45,167 | $72,565 | |
| 2020 | $49,460 | $79,280 |
Note: The OEWS survey is designed to produce estimates by combining data collected over a three-year period. Median annual wage is adjusted for inflation. Data unavailable for television, video, and film camera operators and editors for 2017-2020.
Source: Pew Research Center analysis of Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
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