SOC 27-3031 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Public Relations Specialists is $69,784 per year ($33.55/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $51,979 and $95,950 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $129,480 per year. There are approximately 280,590 public relations specialists employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $19.59 | $40,747 |
| P25 | $24.99 | $51,979 |
| P50MEDIAN | $33.55 | $69,784 |
| P75 | $46.13 | $95,950 |
| P90 | $62.25 | $129,480 |
Professional & Business Services was the only sector with openings growth (+64K) in February. Quit rates eased to 2.6%. Active hiring continues for specialized roles, particularly at senior levels.
The national median salary for Public Relations Specialists is $69,784 per year ($33.55/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $51,979 and $95,950 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Public Relations Specialists is $129,480 per year ($62.25/hr). The 75th percentile is $95,950 per year.
Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn approximately $40,747 per year ($19.59/hr). The 25th percentile is $51,979 per year.
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