Public Relations Specialists Salary in Southwest Alabama

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

Median annual salary $51,040 -26.9% vs national
Median hourly $24.54
10th percentile $35,780
90th percentile $86,390
Employed locally 40
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,780
    25th
    $42,170
    50th (median)
    $51,040
    75th
    $62,840
    90th
    $86,390

    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 Southwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts$43,450
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$39,170
    Floral Designers$28,390

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Southwest Alabama is $24.54, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.81 or more per hour.

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

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Southwest Alabama is 26.9% 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 Southwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $35,780 per year in Southwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,170.