How much does a news analyst make in Washington?
$54,760a year
Median yearly pay for news analysts in Washington. That is $26.33 an hour or $4,563 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.33
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 880
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,160Median: $54,760Highest 10%: $125,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,160 | $18.83 | |
| 25th | $46,190 | $22.21 | |
| Median | $54,760 | $26.33 | |
| 75th | $79,640 | $38.29 | |
| 90th | $125,800 | $60.46 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $59,340 |
| Spokane, WA | $47,630 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for news analysts.
| 17. Wisconsin | $57,530 |
| 18. Hawaii | $56,730 |
| 19. Delaware | $55,600 |
| 20. Washington | $54,760 |
| 21. New Mexico | $54,610 |
| 22. Idaho | $51,190 |
| 23. Louisiana | $50,750 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a news analyst make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $26.33 ($54,760 a year).
Do news analysts make more in Washington than the national average?
No: $54,760 against $62,200 nationally, 12% less.
Where does Washington rank for news analyst pay?
Washington ranks 20 of 48 states.
Which city in Washington pays news analysts the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $59,340 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.