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Broadcast Journalist Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median broadcast journalist salary in Aurora, IL is $49,400 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$49,400
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-2,600
Cost of Living
95%

Broadcast Journalist Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level broadcast journalist earns around $31,350, while experienced professionals earn up to $90,250 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$31,350
$-1,650 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$51,300
$-2,700 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$90,250
$-4,750 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $28,500
25th Percentile $36,100
Median (50th) $49,400
75th Percentile $70,300
90th Percentile $95,000

Broadcast Journalist Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$56,160
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$55,640
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$44,200
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$42,640
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Broadcast Journalist in Aurora

Education

Most broadcast journalist positions require a bachelor's degree. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

On-Air PresentationInterviewingScript WritingVideo EditingResearchTeleprompter

Job Outlook

Nationally, broadcast journalist employment is projected to grow -4% over the next decade (decline). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.