How much does a Legal Reporter make in Trenton, NJ?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Legal Reporter in Trenton, NJ is $53,440. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $42,680 to a high of $66,562, with most professionals earning between $47,808 and $60,309.

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What is a Legal Reporter?

A Legal Reporter is responsible for researching, investigating, and reporting on legal issues and developments for a news organization or publication. This may involve attending court proceedings, conducting interviews with legal experts and stakeholders, and analyzing legal documents and rulings to provide accurate and timely coverage of legal news. The Legal Reporter must have a strong understanding of legal terminology and concepts, as well as excellent writing and communication skills to effectively convey complex legal information to a general audience. Additionally, they may be required to adhere to ethical and legal standards in reporting on sensitive legal matters.

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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
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Average Total Cash Compensation

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What is the average salary for Legal Reporter in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Legal Reporter in Trenton, NJ. The base salary for Legal Reporter ranges from $47,808 to $60,309 with the average base salary of $53,440. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $48,514 to $61,671 with the average total cash compensation of $54,397.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $53,440 $47,808 - $60,309
Bonus $957 $706 - $1,362
Total Pay $54,397 $48,514 - $61,671
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Trenton, NJ
CITY, STATE East Brunswick, NJ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $49,741 - $62,747 COMPARE TO Trenton, NJ
CITY, STATE New Brunswick, NJ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $49,741 - $62,747 COMPARE TO Trenton, NJ
CITY, STATE Somerset, NJ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $49,582 - $62,547 COMPARE TO Trenton, NJ
CITY, STATE Sayreville, NJ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $49,741 - $62,747 COMPARE TO Trenton, NJ
CITY, STATE Doylestown, PA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $47,662 - $60,125 COMPARE TO Trenton, NJ
CITY, STATE Edison, NJ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $49,622 - $62,597 COMPARE TO Trenton, NJ
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About Trenton, New Jersey    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city had a total area of 8.155 square miles (21.122 km2), including 7.648 square miles (19.809 km2) ....More

Trenton, New Jersey  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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