Public Relations Specialists Salary in Northwest Iowa

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

Median annual salary $39,520 -43.4% vs national
Median hourly $19.00
10th percentile $27,250
90th percentile $71,760
Employed locally 230
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,250
    25th
    $27,250
    50th (median)
    $39,520
    75th
    $57,250
    90th
    $71,760

    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 Northwest Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts$42,320
    Graphic Designers$42,990
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$34,160
    Interior Designers$45,310
    News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists$37,400
    Floral Designers$28,370

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Northwest Iowa is $19.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $52.99 or more per hour.

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

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Northwest Iowa is 43.4% 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 Iowa?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $27,250 per year in Northwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $27,250.