Public Relations Specialists Salary in Richmond, VA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Richmond, VA

Median annual salary $72,070 +3.3% vs national
Median hourly $34.65
10th percentile $44,060
90th percentile $122,670
Employed locally 1,580
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,060
    25th
    $54,430
    50th (median)
    $72,070
    75th
    $97,070
    90th
    $122,670

    Richmond economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $84,405 2023 • Census ACS
    Public Relations Specialists salary vs area income 85% Median Public Relations Specialists salary is 15% 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
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $101,200
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $95,370
    Vallejo, CA $80,660
    Winchester, VA-WV $76,460
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $75,840
    Charlottesville, VA $75,030

    Related occupations in Richmond, VA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $46,540
    Graphic Designers $63,450
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $37,630
    Audio and Video Technicians $52,630
    Interior Designers $65,030
    Producers and Directors $60,310

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Public Relations Specialists make per hour in Richmond?

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Richmond, VA is $34.65, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.60 or more per hour.

    Is Richmond above or below average for Public Relations Specialists salaries?

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Richmond, VA is 3.3% above 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 Richmond?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $44,060 per year in Richmond, VA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $54,430.