Media and Communication Workers, All Other Salary (2025)
Based on 19,590 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $39,120 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $49,790 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $73,620 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $103,820 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $134,270 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$39K
25th
$50K
Median
$74K
75th
$104K
90th
$134K
Highest Paying States for Media and Communication Workers, All Other
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $98,120 |
| New York | $97,100 |
| Missouri | $81,470 |
| Florida | $76,940 |
| Georgia | $76,250 |
| District of Columbia | $73,980 |
| Colorado | $72,200 |
| Virginia | $69,870 |
| New Jersey | $68,370 |
| Wisconsin | $67,260 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Media and Communication Workers, All Other salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $98,120 per year, while Wisconsin has an average of $67,260 — a difference of $30,860. 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 Media and Communication Workers, All Other
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 19,590 workers were employed as Media and Communication Workers, All Others 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 $83,860 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 27-3099