Public Relations Specialists Salary in Sacramento, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA

Median annual salary $85,360 +22.3% vs national
Median hourly $41.04
10th percentile $55,980
90th percentile $137,500
Employed locally 2,250
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $55,980
    25th
    $70,740
    50th (median)
    $85,360
    75th
    $101,350
    90th
    $137,500

    Sacramento economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $93,986 2023 • Census ACS
    Public Relations Specialists salary vs area income 91% Median Public Relations Specialists salary is 9% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Sacramento, CA is $41.04, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $65.12 or more per hour.

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

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Sacramento, CA is 22.3% 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 Sacramento?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $55,980 per year in Sacramento, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $70,740.