How much does a public relations specialist make in Massachusetts?
$79,660a year
Median yearly pay for public relations specialists in Massachusetts. That is $38.30 an hour or $6,638 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.30
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 6,760
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,710Median: $79,660Highest 10%: $139,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,710 | $24.86 | |
| 25th | $61,410 | $29.52 | |
| Median | $79,660 | $38.30 | |
| 75th | $107,200 | $51.55 | |
| 90th | $139,200 | $66.94 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $81,440 |
| Providence, RI | $77,210 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $76,690 |
| Worcester, MA | $75,610 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $73,720 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $72,610 |
| Springfield, MA | $69,790 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for public relations specialists.
| 6. Colorado | $80,680 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a public relations specialist make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $38.30 ($79,660 a year).
Do public relations specialists make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $79,660 against $74,750 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for public relations specialist pay?
Massachusetts ranks 9 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays public relations specialists the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $81,440 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.