Local news anchor salary
The salary of a local news anchor can vary widely depending on factors such as the size and location of the market, the anchor's level of experience, and the station's budget. Here are some approximate salary ranges for local news anchors in the United States:
- Small market (less than 100,000 population): $30,000 - $60,000 per year
- Medium market (100,000-500,000 population): $50,000 - $100,000 per year
- Large market (500,000-1,000,000 population): $80,000 - $150,000 per year
- Major market (1,000,000+ population): $100,000 - $250,000 per year
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for news anchors in the United States was $62,400 in May 2020.
Here are some specific salary ranges for local news anchors in different cities:
- New York City: $80,000 - $200,000 per year
- Los Angeles: $60,000 - $150,000 per year
- Chicago: $50,000 - $120,000 per year
- Houston: $40,000 - $100,000 per year
- Phoenix: $30,000 - $80,000 per year
- Philadelphia: $40,000 - $100,000 per year
- San Antonio: $30,000 - $70,000 per year
- San Diego: $40,000 - $90,000 per year
- Dallas: $50,000 - $120,000 per year
Keep in mind that these are general estimates and can vary widely depending on the specific station, market, and anchor's level of experience.