Public Relations Specialists Salary in Central Missouri

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

Median annual salary $53,190 -23.8% vs national
Median hourly $25.57
10th percentile $35,370
90th percentile $80,150
Employed locally 220
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,370
    25th
    $40,920
    50th (median)
    $53,190
    75th
    $65,380
    90th
    $80,150

    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 Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$34,230
    Coaches and Scouts$47,140
    Graphic Designers$44,810
    Floral Designers$30,700
    Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials$29,020
    Editors$45,340

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Central Missouri is $25.57, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $42.35 or more per hour.

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

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Central Missouri is 23.8% 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 Missouri?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $35,370 per year in Central Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,920.