How much does a public relations specialist make in Virginia?
$80,380a year
Median yearly pay for public relations specialists in Virginia. That is $38.64 an hour or $6,698 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.64
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 9,990
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,840Median: $80,380Highest 10%: $162,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,840 | $22.52 | |
| 25th | $60,610 | $29.14 | |
| Median | $80,380 | $38.64 | |
| 75th | $111,600 | $53.65 | |
| 90th | $162,100 | $77.91 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $101,700 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $76,580 |
| Richmond, VA | $75,730 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $73,890 |
| Winchester, VA | $67,300 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $65,170 |
| Roanoke, VA | $62,130 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $60,990 |
| Kingsport, TN | $59,960 |
| Staunton, VA | $59,900 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $59,580 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for public relations specialists.
| 4. Connecticut | $84,990 |
| 5. New York | $81,250 |
| 6. Colorado | $80,680 |
| 7. Virginia | $80,380 |
| 8. New Jersey | $80,130 |
| 9. Massachusetts | $79,660 |
| 10. Maryland | $79,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a public relations specialist make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $38.64 ($80,380 a year).
Do public relations specialists make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $80,380 against $74,750 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Virginia rank for public relations specialist pay?
Virginia ranks 7 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia 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.