News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists pay in North Carolina
In North Carolina, the median pay for news analysts, reporters, and journalists is $28.21 an hour ($58,670 a year). About 930 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($62,200). North Carolina ranks 16th of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for news analysts, reporters, and journalists in North Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.52 | $32,280 |
| 25% of workers | $19.14 | $39,800 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.21 | $58,670 |
| 75% of workers | $36.56 | $76,040 |
| 90% of workers | $49.03 | $101,970 |
News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists pay in North Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia | $61,360 | 360 |
| Raleigh-Cary | $59,950 | 160 |
| Greensboro-High Point | $47,200 | 80 |
| Wilmington | $39,800 | 60 |
North Carolina unemployment rate: 3.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for news analysts, reporters, and journalists
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: -5.9% over ten years, declining · about 3,400 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
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| Producers and Directors | $63,700 |
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| Technical Writers | $86,320 |
| Editors | $73,740 |
| Writers and Authors | $63,660 |
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| Interpreters and Translators | $50,030 |
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