Public Relations Specialists Salary in Southeast Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $61,050 -12.5% vs national
Median hourly $29.35
10th percentile $37,850
90th percentile $107,240
Employed locally 40
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,850
    25th
    $46,200
    50th (median)
    $61,050
    75th
    $84,640
    90th
    $107,240

    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 Southeast Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $66,730
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $33,750
    Graphic Designers $50,080

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Public Relations Specialists make per hour in Southeast Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Southeast Alabama is $29.35, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $54.04 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Alabama above or below average for Public Relations Specialists salaries?

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Southeast Alabama is 12.5% 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 Southeast Alabama?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $37,850 per year in Southeast Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,200.