Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys Salary (2025)
Based on 21,240 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $28,190 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $35,360 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $47,340 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $75,480 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $138,440 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$28K
25th
$35K
Median
$47K
75th
$75K
90th
$138K
Highest Paying States for Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| New York | $182,810 |
| New Jersey | $125,080 |
| Nevada | $121,090 |
| Massachusetts | $98,750 |
| Florida | $95,660 |
| Maryland | $92,840 |
| Colorado | $92,440 |
| Arizona | $86,570 |
| Texas | $83,670 |
| North Carolina | $78,110 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is New York at an average of $182,810 per year, while North Carolina has an average of $78,110 — a difference of $104,700. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 21,240 workers were employed as Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeyss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations. The annual mean wage of $78,720 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 27-3011