Public Relations Specialists Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $52,140 -25.3% vs national
Median hourly $25.07
10th percentile $35,880
90th percentile $92,260
Employed locally 90
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,880
    25th
    $41,600
    50th (median)
    $52,140
    75th
    $64,380
    90th
    $92,260

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts$58,180
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$33,680
    Graphic Designers$51,190
    Editors$47,390
    Floral Designers$29,840
    Audio and Video Technicians$45,600

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Public Relations Specialists make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $25.07, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.51 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Public Relations Specialists salaries?

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $35,880 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,600.