how much do you usually make for being a photojournalist?

Answer 1

In some countries the unions do not like people to work as photojournalists (i.e. Australia). You are either a journalist or you are a news photographer.
If you do work as a photo-journalist then it would depend upon the size of the newspaper or magazine, or wire service. It also depends, especially if you are working in a foreign country, whether you are paid as a local or as a foreigner, and whether you are staff, contract or freelance. No matter where you work, if the news outlet knows you and your work then you have a better chance of selling your material than if you are an unknown.

Most newspapers have a set rate for words at either a certain amount per 100 or 1000 words. The same with photos. It depends upon the importance of the photo and where it is placed in the newspaper -- a page 1 will bring a higher rate than a page 3 or 5. A page 2 or 4 would be even less.

Most magazines have a set rate for 1000 words and with the photo, it would depend upon how important it is.

News photos bring less than paparazzi photos.

Answer 2

The amount you can make as a photojournalist depends largely on two factors:
1. The size of the newspaper or TV station you work for

2,.Your ability and professionalism.

Don't expect to make much at the start. Begin at a small media outlet, prove yourself, and then try to move up the ladder to bigger and better things.

This solution sounds simple but it's true. With 40 years as a newspaper photographer (I hate the word photojournalist), reporter and editor, I have seen it happen. Work hard, always trying to improve yourself, and you can make it to the top of your profession. Good luck.