How much does an Investigative Reporter make in Sacramento, CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Investigative Reporter in Sacramento, CA is $72,882. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $64,487 to $81,547, with most professionals earning between $56,845 and $89,437.

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 $56,845 Sacramento,CA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Investigative Reporter Salary $64,487 Sacramento,CA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Investigative Reporter Salary $72,882 Sacramento,CA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Investigative Reporter Salary $81,547 Sacramento,CA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Investigative Reporter Salary $89,437 Sacramento,CA April 01, 2025
25% $64,487 10% $56,845 90% $89,437 75% $81,547 $72,882 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 Sacramento, CA. The base salary for Investigative Reporter ranges from $64,487 to $81,547 with the average base salary of $72,882. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $64,487 to $81,547 with the average total cash compensation of $72,882.
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About Sacramento, California    Sacramento (/ˌsækrəˈmɛntoʊ/ SAK-rə-MEN-toh; Spanish: [sakɾaˈmento]) is the capital city of the U.S. state of California and the seat of Sacramento Cou....More

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