Public Relations Specialists Salary in Northern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $55,400 -20.6% vs national
Median hourly $26.64
10th percentile $32,900
90th percentile $91,830
Employed locally 140
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,900
    25th
    $42,830
    50th (median)
    $55,400
    75th
    $74,830
    90th
    $91,830

    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 Northern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$36,040
    Coaches and Scouts$39,530
    Graphic Designers$42,810
    Floral Designers$30,420
    Interior Designers$57,780
    Producers and Directors$48,490

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Public Relations Specialists make per hour in Northern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Northern Michigan is $26.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.02 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Michigan above or below average for Public Relations Specialists salaries?

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Northern Michigan is 20.6% 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 Northern Michigan?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $32,900 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,830.