Public Relations Specialists Salary in Southwest Louisiana

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

Median annual salary $43,680 -37.4% vs national
Median hourly $21.00
10th percentile $30,540
90th percentile $74,840
Employed locally 30
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,540
    25th
    $32,170
    50th (median)
    $43,680
    75th
    $63,710
    90th
    $74,840

    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 Southwest Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $28,510
    Graphic Designers $48,350

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Southwest Louisiana is $21.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.98 or more per hour.

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

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Southwest Louisiana is 37.4% 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 Louisiana?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $30,540 per year in Southwest Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,170.