How much does a public relations manager make in Washington?
$159,400a year
Median yearly pay for public relations managers in Washington. That is $76.65 an hour or $13,290 a month.
- Hourly
- $76.65
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 1,610
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $104,500Median: $159,400Highest 10%: $255,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $104,500 | $50.24 | |
| 25th | $128,800 | $61.90 | |
| Median | $159,400 | $76.65 | |
| 75th | $198,500 | $95.43 | |
| 90th | $255,300 | $122.73 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $166,600 |
| Olympia, WA | $148,100 |
| Portland, OR | $140,100 |
| Spokane, WA | $137,200 |
| Bellingham, WA | $128,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for public relations managers.
| 6. California | $168,000 |
| 7. Maine | $166,900 |
| 8. Colorado | $162,900 |
| 9. Washington | $159,400 |
| 10. Rhode Island | $156,100 |
| 11. Connecticut | $154,200 |
| 12. Delaware | $153,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a public relations manager make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $76.65 ($159,400 a year).
Do public relations managers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $159,400 against $146,900 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Washington rank for public relations manager pay?
Washington ranks 9 of 48 states.
Which city in Washington pays public relations managers the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $166,600 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.