Public Relations Specialists Salary in Connecticut

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Connecticut nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $67,980 -2.6% vs national
Median hourly $32.69
10th percentile $39,670
90th percentile $158,240
Employed locally 60
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,670
    25th
    $54,720
    50th (median)
    $67,980
    75th
    $94,180
    90th
    $158,240

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $48,010
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $39,470
    Graphic Designers $58,810

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Public Relations Specialists make per hour in Connecticut?

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Connecticut is $32.69, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $81.63 or more per hour.

    Is Connecticut above or below average for Public Relations Specialists salaries?

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Connecticut is 2.6% 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 Connecticut?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $39,670 per year in Connecticut. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $54,720.