Public Relations Specialists Salary in Southwest Maine

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

Median annual salary $53,440 -23.4% vs national
Median hourly $25.69
10th percentile $40,050
90th percentile $84,120
Employed locally 310
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,050
    25th
    $46,800
    50th (median)
    $53,440
    75th
    $72,600
    90th
    $84,120

    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 Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts$47,430
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$36,720
    Graphic Designers$50,220
    Editors$45,690
    Floral Designers$31,790
    Interior Designers$49,680

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Southwest Maine is $25.69, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.52 or more per hour.

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

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Southwest Maine is 23.4% 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 Maine?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $40,050 per year in Southwest Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,800.