Public Relations Specialists Salary in Denver, CO

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO

Median annual salary $77,530 +11.1% vs national
Median hourly $37.27
10th percentile $48,110
90th percentile $132,050
Employed locally 4,460
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,110
    25th
    $61,900
    50th (median)
    $77,530
    75th
    $100,110
    90th
    $132,050

    Denver economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $102,339 2023 • Census ACS
    Public Relations Specialists salary vs area income 76% Median Public Relations Specialists salary is 24% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Denver, CO is $37.27, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $72.11 or more per hour.

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

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Denver, CO is 11.1% above 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 Denver?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $48,110 per year in Denver, CO. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,900.