Public Relations Specialists Salary in North Central Tennessee

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • North Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $42,920 -38.5% vs national
Median hourly $20.63
10th percentile $24,870
90th percentile $72,820
Employed locally 60
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $24,870
    25th
    $31,800
    50th (median)
    $42,920
    75th
    $54,960
    90th
    $72,820

    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 North Central Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $30,390
    Coaches and Scouts $44,340
    Graphic Designers $44,740
    Floral Designers $28,990
    Writers and Authors $45,100

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Public Relations Specialists make per hour in North Central Tennessee?

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in North Central Tennessee is $20.63, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.86 or more per hour.

    Is North Central Tennessee above or below average for Public Relations Specialists salaries?

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in North Central Tennessee is 38.5% 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 North Central Tennessee?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $24,870 per year in North Central Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,800.