Public Relations Specialists Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $54,280 -22.2% vs national
Median hourly $26.09
10th percentile $32,130
90th percentile $79,800
Employed locally 320
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,130
    25th
    $42,920
    50th (median)
    $54,280
    75th
    $68,090
    90th
    $79,800

    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 Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $47,130
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $33,990
    Graphic Designers $43,240
    Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials $25,070
    Floral Designers $24,780
    Writers and Authors $35,580

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Public Relations Specialists make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Western North Carolina is $26.09, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.07 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Public Relations Specialists salaries?

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Western North Carolina is 22.2% 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 Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $32,130 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,920.