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Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys Salary in New York
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys make in New York?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$81,310
Median Annual Salary
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+13.6% vs 2024
$182,810
Mean Salary
$81,310
Median Salary
$39.09
Hourly Rate
1,460 people work as Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys in New York
Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys salary by percentile in New York
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys in New York earn a median salary of $81,310 per year ($6,775/month).
This is 76.9% above the national average of $45,965.
New York ranks #1 out of 47 states for Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys pay.
Approximately 1,460 people work in this occupation across New York.
Salaries increased by 13.6% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys
Speak or read from scripted materials, such as news reports or commercial messages, on radio, television, or other communications media. May play and queue music, announce artist or title of performance, identify station, or interview guests.
Top Skills
Speaking
4.62
Reading Comprehension
4.0
Active Listening
4.0
Critical Thinking
3.75
Social Perceptiveness
3.5
Key Knowledge Areas
Communications and Media
4.86
English Language
4.65
Computers and Electronics
3.9
Customer and Personal Service
3.78
Telecommunications
3.69
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(55.0% of workers)
Salary Range: Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys in New York
Salaries for Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys in New York range from $35,300 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $621,330 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $46,060 and $205,730.
How much do Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys make in New York?
The median annual salary for Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys in New York is $81,310 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $182,810.
What is the salary range for a Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys in New York?
Salaries for Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys in New York range from $35,300 at the 10th percentile to $621,330 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $46,060 and $205,730.
What is the starting salary for a Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys in New York?
Entry-level Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys positions in New York typically start around $35,300 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $46,060 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys in New York?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,460 people are employed as Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys in New York.
What is the hourly rate for a Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys in New York?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys in New York is approximately $39.09 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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