How much does a public relations manager make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for public relations managers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $93.84 an hour or $16,270 a month.
- Hourly
- $93.84
- Vs. national median
- +33%
- Rank among cities
- 2 of 181
- Jobs in the area
- 9,470
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $117,400 | $56.42 | |
| 25th | $141,500 | $68.04 | |
| Median | $195,200 | $93.84 | |
| 75th | $292,700 | $140.74 | |
| 90th | $340,400 | $163.67 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for public relations managers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Computer and Information Systems Manager | $195,200 |
| Financial Manager | $185,300 |
| Architectural and Engineering Manager | $185,200 |
| Marketing Manager | $181,300 |
| Human Resources Manager | $178,000 |
| Sales Manager | $175,800 |
| Purchasing Manager | $172,200 |
| Compensation and Benefits Manager | $172,000 |
| Manager | $171,000 |
| Natural Sciences Manager | $169,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a public relations manager make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $93.84 ($195,200 a year).
Do public relations managers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $195,200 against $146,900 nationally, 33% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $197,600, so Washington pays 1% less.
Where does Washington rank for public relations manager pay?
2 of 181 metro areas with data.
How much does a public relations manager make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $117,400 or less a year; the top 10% make $340,400 or more.
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.