Public Relations Specialists Salary in Southern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $51,170 -26.7% vs national
Median hourly $24.60
10th percentile $36,930
90th percentile $102,680
Employed locally 150
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,930
    25th
    $42,490
    50th (median)
    $51,170
    75th
    $74,700
    90th
    $102,680

    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 Southern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts$40,330
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$35,390
    Graphic Designers$48,660
    Commercial and Industrial Designers$81,130
    Floral Designers$34,790
    Interior Designers$71,050

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Public Relations Specialists make per hour in Southern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Southern Michigan is $24.60, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.26 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Michigan above or below average for Public Relations Specialists salaries?

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Southern Michigan is 26.7% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $36,930 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,490.