Public Relations Specialists Salary in Southwest Virginia

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

Median annual salary $56,960 -18.4% vs national
Median hourly $27.38
10th percentile $37,280
90th percentile $94,220
Employed locally 90
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,280
    25th
    $48,180
    50th (median)
    $56,960
    75th
    $73,800
    90th
    $94,220

    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 Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$29,320
    Graphic Designers$49,920
    Coaches and Scouts$47,520
    Floral Designers$33,870
    Commercial and Industrial Designers$83,120
    Interpreters and Translators$55,930

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Southwest Virginia is $27.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $49.24 or more per hour.

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

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Southwest Virginia is 18.4% 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 Virginia?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $37,280 per year in Southwest Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,180.