Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters salary in the UK is £42,169 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £44,599, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £22.48.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £27,340 in Yorkshire and The Humber to £51,548 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£42,169
Annual
UK Mean
£44,599
Annual
Hourly Rate
£22.48
Median
UK Jobs
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Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £51,548 | £52,655 | £44,285 |
| North West | £49,824 | £51,594 | £54,632 |
| South West | £29,922 | £31,413 | £31,136 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £27,340 | £28,951 | £30,210 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters salary in the UK?
The median newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters salary in the UK is £42,169 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £44,599, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters the most?
London pays the highest newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters salaries with a median of £51,548.
How does newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters pay vary by region?
Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters salaries range from £27,340 in Yorkshire and The Humber to £51,548 in London.
Are newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters?
The median hourly rate for newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters in the UK is £22.48 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.