Communications

Politics Reporter

Salary data based on 21 job postings

"The median salary for a Politics Reporter is $95,000 per year, with salaries ranging from $85,000 at the 10th percentile to $165,000 at the 90th percentile based on 14 job postings in the Communications field. Key skills required for this role include investigative journalism, political reporting, source development, and breaking news coverage."

Last updated: April 2026

Median

$95,000

10th Percentile

$85,000

90th Percentile

$165,000

Sample Size

14

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Politics Reporter Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$85,000Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$95,000Typical salary
90th Percentile$165,000Senior / top earners

Based on 14 job postings with salary data

Skills for Politics Reporter

Investigative journalismPolitical reportingSource developmentBreaking news reportingBreaking news coverageVideo productionPolitical news reportingDeadline managementSource development and cultivationInvestigative reporting

Common Employers Hiring Politics Reporter

  • New York Post3 positions
  • NBCUniversal3 positions
  • The Real Deal2 positions
  • CNBC2 positions
  • USA TODAY Co.2 positions

Top Locations for Politics Reporter

400 North Capitol Street NW, Washington, DC 20001Washington, DCLos Angeles, CASacramento, CASan Francisco, CA

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Data extracted from 21 job postings on Daybook.com ยท Last updated April 2026