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Senior Journalist

Average Experienced Senior Journalist Salary

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$78,000
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
25%
$69k
MEDIAN
$78k
75%
$100k

The average salary for a Senior Journalist is $78,000 in 2025

Base Salary
$69k - $100k
Bonus
$0 - $14k
Total Pay
$71k - $113k
(last updated Jul 07 2021)
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Common Health Benefits for a Senior Journalist

Medical
100%
Dental
100%
Vision
100%

Gender Breakdown for Senior Journalists

Female
50.0%
Male
50.0%
This data is based on 4 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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How can Senior Journalists increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Senior Journalist is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Senior Journalist that oversees more junior Senior Journalists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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