Public Relations Specialists Salary in Southwest Colorado

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

Median annual salary $63,600 -8.9% vs national
Median hourly $30.58
10th percentile $46,500
90th percentile $110,480
Employed locally 220
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,500
    25th
    $55,490
    50th (median)
    $63,600
    75th
    $81,700
    90th
    $110,480

    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 Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $47,320
    Graphic Designers $55,010
    Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials $41,790
    Interior Designers $64,310
    Photographers $37,440
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $42,850

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Southwest Colorado is $30.58, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $53.12 or more per hour.

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

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Southwest Colorado is 8.9% 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 Colorado?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $46,500 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $55,490.