Public Relations Specialists Salary in North Georgia

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

Median annual salary $65,350 -6.3% vs national
Median hourly $31.42
10th percentile $35,090
90th percentile $103,430
Employed locally 90
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,090
    25th
    $48,300
    50th (median)
    $65,350
    75th
    $80,360
    90th
    $103,430

    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 Georgia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$32,140
    Coaches and Scouts$40,160
    Graphic Designers$49,620
    Floral Designers$28,080
    Interior Designers$54,910
    Designers, All Other$61,240

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in North Georgia is $31.42, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.39 or more per hour.

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

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in North Georgia is 6.3% 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 North Georgia?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $35,090 per year in North Georgia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,300.