How much does a public relations specialist make in Maryland?
$79,560a year
Median yearly pay for public relations specialists in Maryland. That is $38.25 an hour or $6,630 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.25
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,060Median: $79,560Highest 10%: $147,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,060 | $20.22 | |
| 25th | $58,600 | $28.17 | |
| Median | $79,560 | $38.25 | |
| 75th | $108,200 | $52.00 | |
| 90th | $147,200 | $70.78 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $101,700 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $99,960 |
| Baltimore, MD | $77,570 |
| Salisbury, MD | $71,490 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $64,550 |
| Hagerstown, MD | $62,220 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for public relations specialists.
| 7. Virginia | $80,380 |
| 8. New Jersey | $80,130 |
| 9. Massachusetts | $79,660 |
| 10. Maryland | $79,560 |
| 11. Rhode Island | $77,540 |
| 12. Illinois | $76,380 |
| 13. Delaware | $76,120 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a public relations specialist make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $38.25 ($79,560 a year).
Do public relations specialists make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $79,560 against $74,750 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Maryland rank for public relations specialist pay?
Maryland ranks 10 of 51 states.
Which city in Maryland pays public relations specialists the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $101,700 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.