Public Relations Specialists Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $61,720 -11.6% vs national
Median hourly $29.67
10th percentile $42,920
90th percentile $88,860
Employed locally 200
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,920
    25th
    $48,890
    50th (median)
    $61,720
    75th
    $67,980
    90th
    $88,860

    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 Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts$46,920
    Graphic Designers$55,290
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$32,780
    Floral Designers$31,290
    Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys$37,730
    Producers and Directors$61,570

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Northeastern Wisconsin is $29.67, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.02 or more per hour.

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

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 11.6% 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 Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $42,920 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,890.