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Public Relations Specialists Salary Guide for Massachusetts

public relations specialists working in Massachusetts earn an average of $87,410.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
8,550
Annual Mean Salary
$87,410.00
Hourly Rate
$42.03
Estimated Monthly*
$6,724.80
*Based on 40-hour work week

Massachusetts vs National Salary Trends

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

Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts. The breakdown below shows how compensation differs across metropolitan and rural areas, helping you identify the most financially rewarding locations in the state.

Boston-Cambridge-Nashua

Annual Mean Salary
$92,370.00
Hourly Rate
$44.41
Employment
6,730 professionals
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Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$78,530.00
Hourly Rate
$37.76
Employment
140 professionals
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Worcester

Annual Mean Salary
$74,460.00
Hourly Rate
$35.80
Employment
390 professionals
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Springfield

Annual Mean Salary
$74,330.00
Hourly Rate
$35.74
Employment
420 professionals
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New Bedford

Annual Mean Salary
$70,460.00
Hourly Rate
$33.88
Employment
60 professionals
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Barnstable Town

Annual Mean Salary
$69,960.00
Hourly Rate
$33.64
Employment
150 professionals
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Leominster-Gardner

Annual Mean Salary
$67,840.00
Hourly Rate
$32.62
Employment
50 professionals
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Pittsfield

Annual Mean Salary
$64,830.00
Hourly Rate
$31.17
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.