Media & Communications Alabama (AL) Rank #44 of 50

Journalist Salary in Alabama

The median journalist salary in Alabama is $48,685 per year, which is 13% below the national median of $55,960.

Median Salary

$48,685

vs National

$-7,275

State Rank

#44 of 50

Cost of Living

87%

Journalist Salary in Alabama by Experience

In Alabama, an entry-level journalist earns around $30,450, while experienced professionals earn up to $87,000 per year. The cost of living index in Alabama is 87% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$30,450

$-4,550 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$50,460

$-7,540 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$87,000

$-13,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Alabama

Percentile	AL Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$27,840	$32,000	$-4,160
25th Percentile	$34,800	$40,000	$-5,200
Median (50th)	$48,685	$55,960	$-7,275
75th Percentile	$67,860	$78,000	$-10,140
90th Percentile	$95,700	$110,000	$-14,300

Journalist Salary by City in Alabama

The largest employment areas for journalists in Alabama include Birmingham, Huntsville, Montgomery, and Mobile. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Birmingham, AL

$50,364

Pop. 197,575 · COL 90%

Huntsville, AL

$51,483

Pop. 216,963 · COL 92%

Montgomery, AL

$48,126

Pop. 200,603 · COL 86%

Mobile, AL

$47,566

Pop. 187,041 · COL 85%