Public Relations Specialists Salary in Northeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $50,140 -28.1% vs national
Median hourly $24.10
10th percentile $36,560
90th percentile $74,400
Employed locally 90
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,560
    25th
    $41,970
    50th (median)
    $50,140
    75th
    $62,590
    90th
    $74,400

    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 Northeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $48,350
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $37,500
    Graphic Designers $45,350
    News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists $36,970
    Floral Designers $28,190
    Producers and Directors $59,500

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Public Relations Specialists make per hour in Northeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Northeast Iowa is $24.10, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.49 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Iowa above or below average for Public Relations Specialists salaries?

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Northeast Iowa is 28.1% 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 Northeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $36,560 per year in Northeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,970.