Public Relations Specialists Salary in Central Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $50,440 -27.7% vs national
Median hourly $24.25
10th percentile $35,090
90th percentile $84,980
Employed locally 180
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,090
    25th
    $39,340
    50th (median)
    $50,440
    75th
    $64,600
    90th
    $84,980

    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 Central Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts$36,580
    Graphic Designers$47,160
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$34,220
    Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners$46,630
    Floral Designers$34,080
    Editors$37,300

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Public Relations Specialists make per hour in Central Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Central Indiana is $24.25, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $50.48 or more per hour.

    Is Central Indiana above or below average for Public Relations Specialists salaries?

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Central Indiana is 27.7% 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 Central Indiana?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $35,090 per year in Central Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,340.