Average Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters Salary in City of London
ONS ASHE 2025 · London region · Updated October 2025
How City of London compares
According to ONS figures for 2025, the median newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters salary in the London reached £51,548, sitting 22.2% above the national median of £42,169. Factor in the London's cost of living (16.4% above the UK norm) and a £51,548 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £44,285. Compared to the City of London average across all roles (£67,064), newspaper and periodical journalists and reporterss take home 23.1% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (London index: 116.4, UK=100), a salary of £51,548 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £44,285 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the London is 16.4% above the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters salary in City of London?
The median newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters salary in the London (which includes City of London) is £51,548 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters pay in City of London compare to the UK average?
Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters in the London earn 22.2% above the national median of £42,169. This makes the London one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters a well-paid job in City of London compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in City of London is £67,064. Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters in the London earn £51,548, which is 23.1% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for newspaper and periodical journalists and reporterss cover the London region. The all-jobs average is specific to City of London. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.