Public Relations Specialists Salary in Capital/Northern New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $63,100 -9.6% vs national
Median hourly $30.34
10th percentile $47,980
90th percentile $98,420
Employed locally 170
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,980
    25th
    $52,890
    50th (median)
    $63,100
    75th
    $79,890
    90th
    $98,420

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Public Relations Specialists make per hour in Capital/Northern New York?

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Capital/Northern New York is $30.34, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $50.61 or more per hour.

    Is Capital/Northern New York above or below average for Public Relations Specialists salaries?

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Capital/Northern New York is 9.6% 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 Capital/Northern New York?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $47,980 per year in Capital/Northern New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,890.