Public Relations Specialists Salary in Eastern and Southern Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern and Southern Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,250 -13.7% vs national
Median hourly $28.97
10th percentile $36,880
90th percentile $94,140
Employed locally 70
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,880
    25th
    $47,310
    50th (median)
    $60,250
    75th
    $73,590
    90th
    $94,140

    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 Eastern and Southern Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $42,620
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $41,600
    Floral Designers $38,150
    Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials $30,400

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Public Relations Specialists make per hour in Eastern and Southern Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Eastern and Southern Colorado is $28.97, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $54.15 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern and Southern Colorado above or below average for Public Relations Specialists salaries?

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Eastern and Southern Colorado is 13.7% 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 Eastern and Southern Colorado?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $36,880 per year in Eastern and Southern Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,310.