Public Relations Specialists Salary in Northwest Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $51,730 -25.9% vs national
Median hourly $24.87
10th percentile $36,830
90th percentile $78,450
Employed locally 60
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,830
    25th
    $41,180
    50th (median)
    $51,730
    75th
    $59,870
    90th
    $78,450

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts$41,960
    Graphic Designers$51,390
    Photographers$29,120
    Floral Designers$30,450

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Public Relations Specialists make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Northwest Illinois is $24.87, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $51.68 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Public Relations Specialists salaries?

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Northwest Illinois is 25.9% 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 Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $36,830 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,180.