What is the median salary for Journalist in Columbus?

The median salary for Journalist in Columbus is USD 60,000 - USD 75,500 per year.

How does the Journalist salary in Columbus compare to the national average?

The national average salary for Journalist in United States is USD 64,945 - USD 80,000, while in Columbus it is USD 61,750 - USD 77,000.

Based on 99 job listings - Columbus, United States 2026

Average salary

$61,750 - $77,000

Median salary

$60,000 - $75,500

Lower rangeUpper range

10th percentile$49K

25th percentile$52K

Median$60K

75th percentile$72K

90th percentile$78K

50% of professionals earn between $52,000 - $71,500 USD

The median salary is $60,000

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Journalist

99 job openings in Columbus

The average salary for a Journalist in Columbus, United States is USD 61,750 - USD 77,000 per year in 2026, based on 99 job listings.

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