Journalist: Average Salary in Houston, TX, 2026

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How much does a Journalist make in Houston, TX?

$56,397/ Annual
Based on 595 salaries

The average Journalist in Houston, TX is $56,397 per year or $28.54 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $39,000 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $90,000 per year.

Median$56,397

Low$39,000

High$90,000

Journalist: Average Salary in United States of America

New York$90,000

Maryland$78,625

California$72,509

Rhode Island$67,500

Colorado$63,750

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