What are the main factors that influence a Data Journalist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Data Journalist's salary?

A Data Journalist's salary grows with experience: an Editor I (0-2 years)earns $63,715, an Data Journalist (2-4 years)earns $80,679, an Editor III (4-7 years)earns $99,041, an Editorial Manager (7+ years)earns $116,588,

What are the highest paying states for a Data Journalist?

Data Journalist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Journalist roles are District of Columbia $88,709, California $88,373, Massachusetts $87,195. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Journalist roles make?

Salaries for Data Journalist level roles vary by specialization: Video Journalist: $70,370; Sports Data Journalist: $63,133; Digital Journalist: $63,120; Brand Journalist: $62,060; Journalist: $61,800.

Data Journalist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Journalist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Journalist in Delaware is $81,138 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, a Data Journalist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,064
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,953 to $87,380
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,410

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Data Journalist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,380	$7,282	$1,680	$42
Average	$81,138	$6,762	$1,560	$39
25th Percentile	$73,953	$6,163	$1,422	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Data Journalist Salaries

A Data Journalist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Data Journalist Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Data Journalists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $88,709.
California: $88,373.
Massachusetts: $87,195.

District of Columbia $88,709 California $88,373 Massachusetts $87,195 Washington $86,875 New Jersey $86,843 Alaska $86,730 Connecticut $85,625 New York $85,176

Hawaii $83,742 Rhode Island $83,069 Maryland $82,612 Minnesota $81,987 Colorado $81,747 Illinois $81,667 Oregon $81,362 Delaware $81,138

New Hampshire $80,997 Virginia $80,681 Pennsylvania $79,760 Nevada $79,295 North Dakota $79,143 Michigan $78,903 Wisconsin $78,815 Vermont $78,638

Texas $78,150 Maine $78,117 Arizona $78,069 Ohio $78,013 Georgia $77,276 Indiana $76,908 Wyoming $76,836 Utah $76,723

Iowa $76,675 Kansas $76,291 Louisiana $76,179 North Carolina $76,139 Missouri $76,122 Florida $75,810 Montana $75,642 Nebraska $75,482

Kentucky $75,393 South Carolina $75,073 Tennessee $74,873 Idaho $74,792 New Mexico $74,208 Oklahoma $74,079 Alabama $73,607 South Dakota $72,814

Arkansas $72,381 West Virginia $72,149 Mississippi $71,451

Top Paying Cities for Data Journalists

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $80,773
Little Creek: $81,364
Magnolia: $81,247

Lincoln, DE $80,773 Little Creek, DE $81,364 Magnolia, DE $81,247 Milford, DE $80,978 Marydel, DE $81,111 Millsboro, DE $80,434 Millville, DE $80,558 Milton, DE $80,697

Nassau, DE $80,756 Ocean View, DE $80,544 Rehoboth Beach, DE $80,699 Seaford, DE $80,745 Selbyville, DE $80,411 Smyrna, DE $81,420 Viola, DE $81,045 Woodside, DE $81,263

Bear, DE $81,076 Newark, DE $81,045 Claymont, DE $81,211 Delaware City, DE $81,126 Hockessin, DE $81,038 Kirkwood, DE $81,111 Middletown, DE $81,142 Montchanin, DE $81,056

New Castle, DE $81,068 Odessa, DE $81,182 Port Penn, DE $81,237 Rockland, DE $81,064 Saint Georges, DE $81,116 Townsend, DE $81,241 Winterthur, DE $81,074 Lewes, DE $80,729

Wilmington, DE $81,042 Dover, DE $81,364 Dover Afb, DE $80,935 Bethany Beach, DE $80,459 Bethel, DE $80,543 Bridgeville, DE $80,733 Camden Wyoming, DE $81,135 Cheswold, DE $81,338

Clayton, DE $81,340 Dagsboro, DE $80,403 Delmar, DE $80,274 Ellendale, DE $80,518 Felton, DE $80,971 Fenwick Island, DE $80,421 Frankford, DE $80,281 Frederica, DE $81,052

Georgetown, DE $80,373 Greenwood, DE $80,745 Harbeson, DE $80,459 Harrington, DE $80,869 Hartly, DE $81,120 Houston, DE $80,753 Kenton, DE $81,344 Laurel, DE $80,325

Yorklyn, DE $81,062

Data Journalist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Data Journalist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Data Journalist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Data Journalist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Data Journalist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$89,252	$43.0	10%

Data Journalist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Journalist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$73,953

Average $81,138/year

$87,380

$6,163

Average $6,762/month

$7,282

$1,422

Average $1,560/week

$1,680

$36

Average $39/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,380	$7,282	$1,680	$42
Average	$81,138	$6,762	$1,560	$39
25th Percentile	$73,953	$6,163	$1,422	$36

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