How much does a public relations manager make in Maryland?
$149,400a year
Median yearly pay for public relations managers in Maryland. That is $71.82 an hour or $12,450 a month.
- Hourly
- $71.82
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 1,530
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $82,180Median: $149,400Highest 10%: $282,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $82,180 | $39.51 | |
| 25th | $113,100 | $54.38 | |
| Median | $149,400 | $71.82 | |
| 75th | $198,300 | $95.36 | |
| 90th | $282,200 | $135.65 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $195,200 |
| Baltimore, MD | $138,700 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $129,300 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for public relations managers.
| 10. Rhode Island | $156,100 |
| 11. Connecticut | $154,200 |
| 12. Delaware | $153,000 |
| 13. Maryland | $149,400 |
| 14. Minnesota | $139,000 |
| 15. Georgia | $134,500 |
| 16. Utah | $132,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a public relations manager make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $71.82 ($149,400 a year).
Do public relations managers make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $149,400 against $146,900 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Maryland rank for public relations manager pay?
Maryland ranks 13 of 48 states.
Which city in Maryland pays public relations managers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $195,200 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.