Public Relations Specialists Salary in Eastern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $55,270 -20.8% vs national
Median hourly $26.57
10th percentile $36,340
90th percentile $81,970
Employed locally 60
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,340
    25th
    $40,530
    50th (median)
    $55,270
    75th
    $72,890
    90th
    $81,970

    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 Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $44,440
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $37,780
    Graphic Designers $45,930
    Floral Designers $29,490
    Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys $28,040
    Interpreters and Translators $44,650

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Public Relations Specialists make per hour in Eastern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Eastern Ohio is $26.57, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.66 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Ohio above or below average for Public Relations Specialists salaries?

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Eastern Ohio is 20.8% 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 Ohio?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $36,340 per year in Eastern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,530.