Public Relations Specialists Salary in Western Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $61,940 -11.2% vs national
Median hourly $29.78
10th percentile $41,510
90th percentile $86,940
Employed locally 70
National median $69,780

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,510
    25th
    $49,360
    50th (median)
    $61,940
    75th
    $75,020
    90th
    $86,940

    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 Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$34,820
    Graphic Designers$55,780
    Editors$47,650
    Interpreters and Translators$57,100
    Floral Designers$33,480
    News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists$39,470

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Public Relations Specialists in Western Wisconsin is $29.78, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.89 or more per hour.

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

    The median Public Relations Specialists salary in Western Wisconsin is 11.2% 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 Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Public Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $41,510 per year in Western Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,360.