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Public Relations Specialists Salary Guide for Colorado

public relations specialists working in Colorado earn an average of $82,640.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
6,340
Annual Mean Salary
$82,640.00
Hourly Rate
$39.73
Estimated Monthly*
$6,356.80
*Based on 40-hour work week

Colorado vs National Salary Trends

The chart below compares Colorado's public relations specialists salaries against national figures. This comparison helps you understand if Colorado offers competitive compensation and how local market conditions affect wages in this field.

Colorado demonstrates a strong upward salary trend for public relations specialists, surpassing the national average. This indicates a favorable market for professionals in the field within the state.

Local Market Analysis

Salaries for public relations specialists can vary significantly within Colorado. The breakdown below shows how compensation differs across metropolitan and rural areas, helping you identify the most financially rewarding locations in the state.

Denver-Aurora-Lakewood

Annual Mean Salary
$89,020.00
Hourly Rate
$42.80
Employment
3,630 professionals
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Colorado Springs

Annual Mean Salary
$76,510.00
Hourly Rate
$36.79
Employment
650 professionals
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Boulder

Annual Mean Salary
$75,500.00
Hourly Rate
$36.30
Employment
900 professionals
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Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$74,830.00
Hourly Rate
$35.98
Employment
290 professionals
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Fort Collins

Annual Mean Salary
$74,650.00
Hourly Rate
$35.89
Employment
370 professionals
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Greeley

Annual Mean Salary
$69,340.00
Hourly Rate
$33.34
Employment
120 professionals
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Grand Junction

Annual Mean Salary
$65,810.00
Hourly Rate
$31.64
Employment
70 professionals
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Pueblo

Annual Mean Salary
$64,510.00
Hourly Rate
$31.01
Employment
60 professionals
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Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$64,080.00
Hourly Rate
$30.81
Employment
150 professionals
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Eastern and Southern Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$63,980.00
Hourly Rate
$30.76
Employment
60 professionals
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Data Source: All salary information is obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. This data represents the most recent national employment and wage estimates for over 800 occupations. Note: Salary data is updated annually by the BLS. Regional variations may exist due to differences in cost of living, industry concentration, and local market conditions.