Public Relations Specialists Salary in Punta Gorda, FL

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Punta Gorda, FL

Median annual salary $52,460 -24.8% vs national
Median hourly $25.22
10th percentile $30,560
90th percentile $92,440
Employed locally 90
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,560
    25th
    $39,230
    50th (median)
    $52,460
    75th
    $72,740
    90th
    $92,440

    Punta Gorda economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.10% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $66,154 2023 • Census ACS
    Public Relations Specialists salary vs area income 79% Median Public Relations Specialists salary is 21% below the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Public Relations Specialists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Naples-Marco Island, FL $67,300
    Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL $63,340
    Flagstaff, AZ $62,320
    Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL $62,250
    North Florida nonmetropolitan area $61,570
    Florida $60,210

    Related occupations in Punta Gorda, FL

    OccupationMedian salary
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $37,490
    Graphic Designers $50,160
    Coaches and Scouts $40,150

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Public Relations Specialists make per hour in Punta Gorda?

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Punta Gorda, FL is $25.22, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $43.73 or more per hour.

    Is Punta Gorda above or below average for Public Relations Specialists salaries?

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Punta Gorda, FL is 24.8% 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 Punta Gorda?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $30,560 per year in Punta Gorda, FL. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,230.