Radio/Television Announcer

Code: 27-3011.00

Also known as: Anchor, Announcer, DJ (Disc Jockey), Host, Morning Show Host, News Anchor, Radio Announcer, Television News Anchor (TV News Anchor)

Description: When it comes to the news or sports, audiences turn to announcers to give them up-to-date information. Radio and Television Announcers provide news and sports commentary and sometimes interview experts and other guests on a topic related to their broadcast. Announcers generally have a Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism or broadcasting as well as relevant work experience.

Radio/Television Announcer

Typical wages


10% $19,580
25% $25,110
Median $36,770
75% $59,980
90% $114,050
10% $9.41
25% $12.07
Median $17.68
75% $28.84
90% $54.83

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
40,800
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
38,700
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 3,700