Public Relations Specialists Salary in South Florida

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Florida nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $55,710 -20.2% vs national
Median hourly $26.79
10th percentile $32,620
90th percentile $113,730
Employed locally 130
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,620
    25th
    $41,340
    50th (median)
    $55,710
    75th
    $78,400
    90th
    $113,730

    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 South Florida

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $46,830
    Floral Designers $31,830
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $38,770
    Graphic Designers $52,840
    Interior Designers $59,640
    Writers and Authors $63,900

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Public Relations Specialists make per hour in South Florida?

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in South Florida is $26.79, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $57.91 or more per hour.

    Is South Florida above or below average for Public Relations Specialists salaries?

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in South Florida is 20.2% 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 South Florida?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $32,620 per year in South Florida. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,340.