Journalist Salary in Boston, Massachusetts

Journalist Salary in Boston, MA

How much does a Journalist make in Boston, MA? The average Journalist salary in Boston, MA is $64,246 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $58,041 and $74,276. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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10th Percentile Journalist Salary $52,392 Boston,MA April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Journalist Salary $58,041 Boston,MA April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Journalist Salary $64,246 Boston,MA April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Journalist Salary $74,276 Boston,MA April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Journalist Salary $83,408 Boston,MA April 24, 2024
25% $58,041 10% $52,392 90% $83,408 75% $74,276 $64,246 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Journalist researches a variety of news stories through interviews, observation, and library and/or online resources. Develops, investigates, and writes a variety of news stories. Being a Journalist organizes the facts and writes the story consistent with an agreed-upon style or standard. Determines tone and intended audience of story. In addition, Journalist validates news story leads. May require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Being a Journalist occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Working as a Journalist typically requires 2-4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  • The Warren Group - Peabody, MA
    Job Description. Job Description. This is a remote position however only candidates residing in Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Southern New Hampshire will...
    - 5 Days Ago
  • WHDH-TV - Boston, MA
    Job Description. Job Description. WHDH is hiring a part-time digital journalist to help manage the station’s news presence online on whdh.com and on social...
    - 4 Days Ago
  • Internal Data Resources - , AR
    Overview. Our client is looking to bring in a Travel Home Health RN to help their growing practice in Arkansas. Responsibilities. Provide direct patient ca...
    - 1 Day Ago
  • Internal Data Resources - , AR
    Overview. Our client is a fast growing Home Health practice in Arkansas and is looking to bring in a Physical Therapist with experience in Home Health to p...
    - 1 Day Ago
  • Powerback Rehabilitation - Louisville, KY
    Occupational Therapy Assistant. Key information. Title: Occupational Therapy Assistant. Location/work environment: In facility. Reporting structure: Report...
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About Boston, Massachusetts    Boston has an area of 89.63 square miles (232.1 km2)—48.4 square miles (125.4 km2) (54%) of land and 41.2 square miles (106.7 km2) (46%) of water. The....More

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