Public Relations Specialists Salary in Killeen, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Killeen-Temple, TX

Median annual salary $50,220 -28% vs national
Median hourly $24.14
10th percentile $19,640
90th percentile $89,810
Employed locally 280
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $19,640
    25th
    $22,160
    50th (median)
    $50,220
    75th
    $72,550
    90th
    $89,810

    Killeen economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,203 2023 • Census ACS
    Public Relations Specialists salary vs area income 75% Median Public Relations Specialists salary is 25% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Killeen, TX is $24.14, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.55 or more per hour.

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

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Killeen, TX is 28% 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 Killeen?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $19,640 per year in Killeen, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $22,160.