Public Relations Specialists Salary in Central Kentucky

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

Median annual salary $57,080 -18.2% vs national
Median hourly $27.44
10th percentile $37,730
90th percentile $91,310
Employed locally 220
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,730
    25th
    $47,570
    50th (median)
    $57,080
    75th
    $75,230
    90th
    $91,310

    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 Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts$31,110
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$31,420
    Graphic Designers$47,840
    Writers and Authors$40,760
    Interpreters and Translators$66,160
    Producers and Directors$50,360

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Central Kentucky is $27.44, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $50.84 or more per hour.

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

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Central Kentucky is 18.2% 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 Kentucky?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $37,730 per year in Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,570.