Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters vs Receptionists Salary (2025)

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

Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters earns £21,984 more per year (114% higher)
vs

Receptionists

£19,348
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricNewspaper and periodical journalists and reportersReceptionistsDifference
Median Annual£41,332£19,348+£21,984
Mean Annual£43,544£19,635+£23,909
Monthly£3,444£1,612+£1,832
Weekly£795£372+£423
Hourly£19.87£9.30+£10.57

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileNewspaper and periodical journalists and reportersReceptionists
10th (Entry)£25,099£8,792
25th£31,240£13,123
50th (Median)£41,332£19,348
75th£53,291£25,704
90th (Senior)£0£30,411
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters or a Receptionists?
A Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters earns more. The median salary for a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters is £41,332, whilst a Receptionists earns £19,348 — a difference of £21,984 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters and a Receptionists?
The difference is £21,984 per year. Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters or a Receptionists?
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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