Public Relations Specialists Salary in Maryland

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Maryland nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $52,150 -25.3% vs national
Median hourly $25.07
10th percentile $38,640
90th percentile $91,360
Employed locally 100
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,640
    25th
    $39,520
    50th (median)
    $52,150
    75th
    $72,690
    90th
    $91,360

    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 Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$34,550
    Graphic Designers$49,570
    Coaches and Scouts$64,530
    News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists$42,030
    Editors$65,080
    Audio and Video Technicians$54,820

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Maryland is $25.07, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $51.52 or more per hour.

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

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Maryland is 25.3% 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $38,640 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,520.