Authors, writers and translators vs Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters Salary (2025)

How do Authors, writers and translators and Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters earns £4,540 more per year (12% higher)
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Detailed Comparison

MetricAuthors, writers and translatorsNewspaper and periodical journalists and reportersDifference
Median Annual£36,792£41,332-£4,540
Mean Annual£39,876£43,544-£3,668
Monthly£3,066£3,444-£378
Weekly£708£795-£87
Hourly£17.69£19.87-£2.18
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Authors, writers and translators or a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters?
A Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters earns more. The median salary for a Authors, writers and translators is £36,792, whilst a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters earns £41,332 — a difference of £4,540 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Authors, writers and translators and a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters?
The difference is £4,540 per year. Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Authors, writers and translators or a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters?
From a salary perspective, Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters offers higher median pay. However, career choice depends on many factors including interests, qualifications, work-life balance and long-term prospects.

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