Public Relations Specialists pay in Maryland
Public Relations Specialists in Maryland earn an average of $88,560 a year. That is $4,440 (5%) more than the U.S. average of $84,120. The best-paying metro area is Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV at $116,930.
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Average pay for public relations specialists by metro area. Swipe to see all 6.
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Maryland vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $84,120 | $40.44 |
| Maryland | $88,560 | $42.58 |
| District of Columbia | $120,200 | $57.79 |
| Virginia | $92,860 | $44.64 |
| Delaware | $79,960 | $38.44 |
| Pennsylvania | $65,660 | $31.57 |
| West Virginia | $64,450 | $30.99 |
Related jobs in Maryland
- Editors$83,200
- Coaches and Scouts$67,500
- Graphic Designers$77,770
- Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$45,780
- Interpreters and Translators$87,160
- Writers and Authors$109,650
Average pay, Maryland, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do public relations specialists make in Maryland?
The average is $88,560 a year, and the median is $79,560. That is $4,440 (5%) more than the U.S. average of $84,120.
What is the hourly wage in Maryland?
$42.58 an hour on average; the median is $38.25.
Where in Maryland do they earn the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV ($116,930), followed by Lexington Park, MD ($107,990). The lowest average among 6 metro areas with data is Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV ($71,560).
How does Maryland rank?
Maryland ranks #9 of 51 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.