Public Relations Specialists Salary in Alaska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Alaska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $61,420 -12% vs national
Median hourly $29.53
10th percentile $34,600
90th percentile $96,960
Employed locally 240
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,600
    25th
    $53,300
    50th (median)
    $61,420
    75th
    $83,220
    90th
    $96,960

    Top-paying metros for Public Relations Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Lexington Park, MD $102,500
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $101,200
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $98,460
    District of Columbia $97,800
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $95,370
    Salt Lake City-Murray, UT $93,220

    Related occupations in Alaska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $35,990
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $43,660
    Producers and Directors $61,210
    Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys $44,900
    News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists $44,010
    Interpreters and Translators $62,850

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Public Relations Specialists make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Alaska is $29.53, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $58.25 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for Public Relations Specialists salaries?

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Alaska is 12% below the national median of $69,780. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Public Relations Specialists in Alaska?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $34,600 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,300.