Video Journalist Salary in Washington, DC

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How much does a Video Journalist make in Washington, DC?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Video Journalist in Washington, DC is $87,338. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $79,081 to $97,132, with most professionals earning between $71,563 and $106,049.

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Average Salary Range for Video Journalist in Washington, DC

Average Base Salary

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What is the average salary for Video Journalist in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Video Journalist in Washington, DC. The base salary for Video Journalist ranges from $79,081 to $97,132 with the average base salary of $87,338. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $81,758 to $102,486 with the average total cash compensation of $91,164.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $87,338 $79,081 - $97,132
Bonus $3,826 $2,678 - $5,354
Total Pay $91,164 $81,758 - $102,486
* 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.

Video Journalist Salary Near Washington, DC

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Arlington, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $79,081 - $97,132 COMPARE TO Washington, DC 0%
CITY, STATE Alexandria, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $79,081 - $97,132 COMPARE TO Washington, DC 0%
CITY, STATE Annandale, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $79,081 - $97,132 COMPARE TO Washington, DC 0%
CITY, STATE Bowie, MD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $78,917 - $96,930 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Bethesda, MD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $79,081 - $97,132 COMPARE TO Washington, DC 0%
CITY, STATE Silver Spring, MD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $79,081 - $97,132 COMPARE TO Washington, DC 0%
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