Public Relations Managers Salary (2025)
Based on 74,850 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $82,410 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $106,580 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $146,910 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $204,520 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $284,990 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$82K
25th
$107K
Median
$147K
75th
$205K
90th
$285K
Highest Paying States for Public Relations Managers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $217,060 |
| New York | $203,900 |
| Virginia | $192,100 |
| New Jersey | $185,230 |
| California | $185,180 |
| Massachusetts | $181,950 |
| Colorado | $170,820 |
| Washington | $168,850 |
| Connecticut | $167,860 |
| Maryland | $166,120 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Public Relations Managers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $217,060 per year, while Maryland has an average of $166,120 — a difference of $50,940. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Public Relations Managers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 74,850 workers were employed as Public Relations Managerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Management Occupations. The annual mean wage of $164,760 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 11-2032