Data Journalist Salary in Chicago, IL

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How much does a Data Journalist make in Chicago, IL? The average Data Journalist salary in Chicago, IL is $81,308 as of April 24, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $71,548 and $92,686. 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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GiveMeSport - NBA Freelance Data Analytics Journalist
Valnet Freelance - San Antonio , TX
COM is looking for an NBA Data Journalist to incorporate advanced analytics into their written work. GIVEMESPORT is one of the world's largest independent sports media publishers. It covers news ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 46 days ago
KSL TV Traffic Reporter / Multimedia Journalist
KSL Broadcast Group - Salt Lake City , UT
KSL TV 5 is seeking a knowledgeable, engaging Traffic Reporter/Multimedia Journalist with skills ... data. What We Offer You: Check Out Our Bonneville Benefits! Employees at Bonneville can enjoy a ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 23 days ago
Executive Editor in Santa Fe
Searchlight News - Santa Fe , NM
This is a person with impeccable news judgement and a deep knowledge of public record laws and data journalism. The editor must also have an strong understanding of media law, journalism standards ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 29 days ago
Meteorologist/Multimedia Journalist
Imagicomm Communications LLC - Pocatello , ID
KPVI-TV in Pocatello-Idaho Falls, Idaho seeks a Weather Anchor/Multimedia Journalist. Weather in ... and lightning data. Candidates will be required to: * Deliver on-air forecasts for station ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 80 days ago
Business Reporter
Honolulu Civil Beat - Honolulu , HI
Data journalism skills and knowledge of Hawaii, its culture and its issues are a plus. * Be detail-oriented, with a proven ability to effectively juggle multiple tasks in a deadline-driven ...
LinkedIn - 67 days ago
Business Development Executive, Senior Living
U.S. News & World Report - Washington , DC
We publish independent reporting, rankings, data journalism and advice that has earned the trust of our readers and users for nearly 90 years. Our platforms on usnews.com include Education, Health ...
Jobcase.com / Upward.net - 39 days ago
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Average Salary Range for Data Journalist in Chicago, IL

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What is the average salary for Data Journalist in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Data Journalist in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Data Journalist ranges from $71,548 to $92,686 with the average base salary of $81,308. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $72,370 to $94,173 with the average total cash compensation of $82,447.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $81,308 $71,548 - $92,686
Bonus $1,139 $822 - $1,487
Total Pay $82,447 $72,370 - $94,173
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Data Journalist Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $71,950 - $93,207 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $71,950 - $93,207 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $71,869 - $93,101 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $71,923 - $93,172 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $71,923 - $93,172 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $70,313 - $91,085 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
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