Public Relations Specialists Salary in Central Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $51,500 -26.2% vs national
Median hourly $24.76
10th percentile $27,760
90th percentile $85,800
Employed locally 150
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,760
    25th
    $39,060
    50th (median)
    $51,500
    75th
    $66,610
    90th
    $85,800

    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 Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts$48,010
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$33,480
    Graphic Designers$47,930
    Editors$37,500
    Floral Designers$29,570
    Interior Designers$56,790

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Central Pennsylvania is $24.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.79 or more per hour.

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

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Central Pennsylvania is 26.2% 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 Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $27,760 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,060.