Public Relations Specialists Salary in Northeast Virginia

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

Median annual salary $71,830 +2.9% vs national
Median hourly $34.53
10th percentile $36,560
90th percentile $122,180
Employed locally 60
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,560
    25th
    $49,530
    50th (median)
    $71,830
    75th
    $98,550
    90th
    $122,180

    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 Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Technical Writers $78,450
    Graphic Designers $51,290

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Northeast Virginia is $34.53, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.86 or more per hour.

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

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Northeast Virginia is 2.9% above 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 Virginia?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $36,560 per year in Northeast Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,530.