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Journalist salary in Fairfax County, VA

Average salary
$91,500/yr
Based on 71 income tax records
$30,500
$171,000
Age:
Average salary by age
18-25
26-35
36-45
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56+
 
$72K
 
$101K
 
$119K
 
$110K
$30,500
$171,000
How much do Journalists make?
The average total salary for a Journalist is $91,500 per year. This is based on data from 71 TurboTax users who reported their occupation as Journalist and includes taxable wages, tips, bonuses, and more. Journalist salary can vary between $30,500 to $171,000 depending on factors including education, skills, experience, employer & location. Read more
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Journalist demographics in Fairfax County, VA

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41% are single
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59% are married
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36% have kids
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66% own a home

Effective Tax Rates for Journalists in Fairfax County, VA

71 full-time salaries from 2019
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The average salary for a journalist in Fairfax County, VA is $91,500 per year. Journalist salaries in Fairfax County, VA can vary between $30,500 to $171,000 and depend on various factors, including skills, experience, employer, bonuses, tips, and more.
This data is exclusive to Mint Salary and is based on 71 tax returns from TurboTax customers who reported their occupation as journalist.
The following cities offer the highest salaries for journalists in Fairfax County, VA: Bethesda, MD ($152,000 a year), Alexandria, VA ($88,000 a year), and Arlington, VA ($86,500 a year).
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