Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters Salary in the UK (2024/25)

National salary data for this role is not yet available. Regional breakdowns may still be shown below.

Employment patterns

80% of Newspaper work full-time
38% are self-employed
100.0% of employees have permanent contracts

Source: ONS Annual Population Survey (APS218), 2025

Salary by UK region

Region	Median	Mean
London	£39,135	£44,082
United Kingdom	£31,834	£33,889
Wales	£26,642	£29,487

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