Public Relations Specialists Salary in Hawaii / Kauai

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $57,970 -16.9% vs national
Median hourly $27.87
10th percentile $40,480
90th percentile $96,620
Employed locally 160
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,480
    25th
    $48,750
    50th (median)
    $57,970
    75th
    $75,650
    90th
    $96,620

    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 Hawaii / Kauai

    OccupationMedian salary
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $47,540
    Coaches and Scouts $47,810
    Graphic Designers $46,830
    Audio and Video Technicians $40,370
    Photographers $46,270
    Interior Designers $62,090

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Public Relations Specialists make per hour in Hawaii / Kauai?

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Hawaii / Kauai is $27.87, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $56.30 or more per hour.

    Is Hawaii / Kauai above or below average for Public Relations Specialists salaries?

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Hawaii / Kauai is 16.9% 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 Hawaii / Kauai?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $40,480 per year in Hawaii / Kauai. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,750.