Public Relations Specialists Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $49,810 -28.6% vs national
Median hourly $23.95
10th percentile $36,860
90th percentile $86,940
Employed locally 60
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,860
    25th
    $39,380
    50th (median)
    $49,810
    75th
    $68,640
    90th
    $86,940

    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 Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $49,670
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $38,480
    Floral Designers $29,120
    Graphic Designers $43,390
    Producers and Directors $38,610
    Broadcast Technicians $37,010

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in South Illinois is $23.95, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.02 or more per hour.

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

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in South Illinois is 28.6% 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 Illinois?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $36,860 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,380.