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

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

Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters earns £16,687 more per year (68% higher)
vs

Telephonists

£24,645
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricNewspaper and periodical journalists and reportersTelephonistsDifference
Median Annual£41,332£24,645+£16,687
Mean Annual£43,544£25,678+£17,866
Monthly£3,444£2,054+£1,390
Weekly£795£474+£321
Hourly£19.87£11.85+£8.02
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters or a Telephonists?
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 Telephonists earns £24,645 — a difference of £16,687 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters and a Telephonists?
The difference is £16,687 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 Telephonists?
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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