How much does a Journalist earn in United Kingdom?

The estimated salary for Journalist in United Kingdom ranges from GBP 32,474 to GBP 38,750 GBP per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 10,686 job listings

Salary Guide

Journalist Salary in United Kingdom

Based on 10,686 job listings - 2026

Average salary

£32,474 - £38,750

Median salary

£32,474 - £38,750

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile£22k

25th percentile£27k

Median£32k

75th percentile£39k

90th percentile£45k

50% of professionals earn between £27,150 - £38,750 GBP

The median salary is £32,474

Top cities

London836 job openings

Manchester47 job openings

Glasgow42 job openings

Birmingham38 job openings

Edinburgh36 job openings

Slough35 job openings

Belfast31 job openings

Cardiff30 job openings

Southampton27 job openings

Bradford21 job openings

Ipswich21 job openings

Milton Keynes21 job openings

Norwich20 job openings

Related professions

Interpreter

GBP 28,600 - 41,200-2%

Translator

GBP 23,500 - 42,500-7%

Copywriter

GBP 28,000 - 57,000+19%

Editor

GBP 29,500 - 56,500+21%

Video Producer

GBP 34,100 - 49,100+17%

Photographer

GBP 16,000 - 34,000-30%

Technical Writer

GBP 36,500 - 59,000+34%

Public Relations Manager

GBP 42,900 - 61,800+47%

Communications Director

GBP 57,800 - 83,200+98%

Heavy Equipment Operator

GBP 28,600 - 41,200-2%

Journalist

10,686 job openings

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The average salary for a Journalist in United Kingdom is GBP 32,474 - GBP 38,750 per year in 2026. The median salary is GBP 35,612 per year, based on 10,686 active job listings.

The cities with the most Journalist job opportunities in United Kingdom are London, Manchester, Glasgow, Birmingham, Edinburgh. London leads with 836 job openings.

Explore 10,686 Journalist job listings in United Kingdom on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.