How much does an Investigative Reporter make?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Investigative Reporter in the United States is $62,095. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $56,998 to $70,843, with most professionals earning between $52,359 and $78,809.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Investigative Reporter Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Investigative Reporter Salary $52,359 US March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Investigative Reporter Salary $56,998 US March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Investigative Reporter Salary $62,095 US March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Investigative Reporter Salary $70,843 US March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Investigative Reporter Salary $78,809 US March 01, 2025
25% $56,998 10% $52,359 90% $78,809 75% $70,843 $62,095 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Investigative Reporter in the United States. The base salary for Investigative Reporter ranges from $56,998 to $70,843 with the average base salary of $62,095. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $57,046 to $70,914 with the average total cash compensation of $62,135.
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