Public Relations Specialists Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $51,620 -26% vs national
Median hourly $24.82
10th percentile $35,360
90th percentile $85,800
Employed locally 90
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,360
    25th
    $43,270
    50th (median)
    $51,620
    75th
    $64,400
    90th
    $85,800

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $47,210
    Graphic Designers $45,050
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $32,150
    Floral Designers $30,070
    Editors $41,670
    News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists $36,640

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Public Relations Specialists make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $24.82, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $42.43 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Public Relations Specialists salaries?

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 26% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $35,360 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,270.