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Public Relations Specialists Salary Guide for Washington

public relations specialists working in Washington earn an average of $85,050.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
5,600
Annual Mean Salary
$85,050.00
Hourly Rate
$40.89
Estimated Monthly*
$6,542.40
*Based on 40-hour work week

Washington vs National Salary Trends

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

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

Kennewick-Richland

Annual Mean Salary
$93,550.00
Hourly Rate
$44.97
Employment
160 professionals
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Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue

Annual Mean Salary
$89,150.00
Hourly Rate
$42.86
Employment
3,810 professionals
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Bremerton-Silverdale

Annual Mean Salary
$86,490.00
Hourly Rate
$41.58
Employment
80 professionals
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Mount Vernon-Anacortes

Annual Mean Salary
$77,230.00
Hourly Rate
$37.13
Employment
30 professionals
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Olympia-Tumwater

Annual Mean Salary
$74,850.00
Hourly Rate
$35.99
Employment
500 professionals
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Western Washington nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$74,240.00
Hourly Rate
$35.69
Employment
100 professionals
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Yakima

Annual Mean Salary
$73,010.00
Hourly Rate
$35.10
Employment
90 professionals
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Spokane-Spokane Valley

Annual Mean Salary
$72,440.00
Hourly Rate
$34.83
Employment
260 professionals
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Wenatchee

Annual Mean Salary
$71,930.00
Hourly Rate
$34.58
Employment
50 professionals
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Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$69,860.00
Hourly Rate
$33.59
Employment
100 professionals
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Bellingham

Annual Mean Salary
$68,440.00
Hourly Rate
$32.90
Employment
110 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.