Public Relations Specialists Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $54,690 -21.6% vs national
Median hourly $26.29
10th percentile $40,380
90th percentile $90,910
Employed locally 60
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,380
    25th
    $45,060
    50th (median)
    $54,690
    75th
    $73,480
    90th
    $90,910

    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 East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts$44,350
    Graphic Designers$50,310
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$36,980
    Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys$34,400
    Floral Designers$30,570
    Producers and Directors$51,730

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in East Central Illinois is $26.29, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.97 or more per hour.

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

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in East Central Illinois is 21.6% 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 East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $40,380 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,060.