Public Relations Specialists Salary in Southwest Missouri

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

Median annual salary $43,840 -37.2% vs national
Median hourly $21.08
10th percentile $32,900
90th percentile $73,770
Employed locally 110
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,900
    25th
    $37,440
    50th (median)
    $43,840
    75th
    $65,380
    90th
    $73,770

    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 Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Graphic Designers $44,890
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $34,210
    Set and Exhibit Designers $35,920
    Coaches and Scouts $36,260
    Audio and Video Technicians $43,860
    Photographers $30,900

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Southwest Missouri is $21.08, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.06 or more per hour.

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

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Southwest Missouri is 37.2% 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 Missouri?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $32,900 per year in Southwest Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,440.