Public Relations Specialists Salary in Southeast Missouri

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

Median annual salary $61,740 -11.5% vs national
Median hourly $29.68
10th percentile $37,440
90th percentile $84,840
Employed locally 240
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,440
    25th
    $37,440
    50th (median)
    $61,740
    75th
    $66,790
    90th
    $84,840

    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 Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$33,410
    Graphic Designers$38,070
    Floral Designers$28,190
    Coaches and Scouts$47,140
    Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys$29,120
    Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials$30,010

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Southeast Missouri is $29.68, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $43.70 or more per hour.

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

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Southeast Missouri is 11.5% 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 Missouri?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $37,440 per year in Southeast Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,440.