Public Relations Specialists Salary in Southern Ohio

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

Median annual salary $56,420 -19.1% vs national
Median hourly $27.13
10th percentile $41,590
90th percentile $102,280
Employed locally 150
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,590
    25th
    $49,590
    50th (median)
    $56,420
    75th
    $75,400
    90th
    $102,280

    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 Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $37,540
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $37,610
    Graphic Designers $51,230
    Floral Designers $24,670
    Producers and Directors $58,890
    Editors $48,860

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Southern Ohio is $27.13, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $53.92 or more per hour.

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

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Southern Ohio is 19.1% 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 Ohio?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $41,590 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,590.