Media & Communications Kansas (KS) Rank #45 of 50

Journalist Salary in Kansas

The median journalist salary in Kansas 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

#45 of 50

Cost of Living

87%

Journalist Salary in Kansas by Experience

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

Percentile	KS 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 Kansas

The largest employment areas for journalists in Kansas include Wichita, Overland Park, Kansas City, and Topeka. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Wichita, KS

$47,566

Pop. 397,532 · COL 85%

Overland Park, KS

$53,722

Pop. 197,238 · COL 96%

Kansas City, KS

$49,245

Pop. 156,607 · COL 88%

Topeka, KS

$46,447

Pop. 127,473 · COL 83%