How much does a public relations specialist make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for public relations specialists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $48.88 an hour or $8,473 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.88
- Vs. national median
- +36%
- Rank among cities
- 4 of 363
- Jobs in the area
- 22,810
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,520 | $29.58 | |
| 25th | $77,120 | $37.08 | |
| Median | $101,700 | $48.88 | |
| 75th | $144,200 | $69.31 | |
| 90th | $196,000 | $94.23 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for public relations specialists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Musician and Singer | $133,600 |
| Artist and Related Worker | $125,100 |
| Media and Communication Equipment Worker | $121,700 |
| Writer and Author | $108,500 |
| Art Director | $106,000 |
| News Analyst | $101,000 |
| Producer and Director | $100,300 |
| Technical Writer | $99,910 |
| Interpreter and Translator | $94,510 |
| Special Effects Artist and Animator | $92,760 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a public relations specialist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $48.88 ($101,700 a year).
Do public relations specialists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $101,700 against $74,750 nationally, 36% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $102,700, so Washington pays 1% less.
Where does Washington rank for public relations specialist pay?
4 of 363 metro areas with data.
How much does a public relations specialist make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $61,520 or less a year; the top 10% make $196,000 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.