Public Relations Specialists Salary in Riverside, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA

Median annual salary $73,740 +5.7% vs national
Median hourly $35.45
10th percentile $43,610
90th percentile $126,230
Employed locally 1,270
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,610
    25th
    $55,760
    50th (median)
    $73,740
    75th
    $95,870
    90th
    $126,230

    Riverside economic context

    Unemployment rate 5.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $86,031 2023 • Census ACS
    Public Relations Specialists salary vs area income 86% Median Public Relations Specialists salary is 14% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Riverside, CA is $35.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.55 or more per hour.

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

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Riverside, CA is 5.7% 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 Riverside?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $43,610 per year in Riverside, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $55,760.