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Public Relations Representative III Salary in the United States

How much does a Public Relations Representative III make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Public Relations Representative III in the United States is $94,700 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

However, a Public Relations Representative III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $116,670
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $83,500 to $106,200
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $73,303
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Public Relations Representative III Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $106,200 $8,850 $2,042 $51
Average $94,700 $7,892 $1,821 $46
25th Percentile $83,500 $6,958 $1,606 $40
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Key Factors That Influence Public Relations Representative III Salaries

A Public Relations Representative III's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Public Relations Representative Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Public Relations Representative III's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry Public Relations Specialist (0-2 years): $60,991
  • Intermediate Public Relations Specialist (2-4 years): $75,369
  • Public Relations Representative III (4-7 years): $94,651
  • Public Relations Representative IV (7+ years): $118,059
  • PR Manager (7+ years): $133,127
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Entry Public Relations Specialist0-2 years$60,991
Intermediate Public Relations Specialist2-4 years$75,369
Public Relations Representative III4-7 years$94,651
Public Relations Representative IV7+ years$118,059
PR Manager7+ years$133,127
$60,991 Entry Pub...
$75,369 Intermedi...
$94,651 Public Re...
$118,059 Public Re...
$133,127 PR Manage...
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Top Paying Cities for Public Relations Representative IIIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $119,400
  • San Francisco: $118,300
  • Oakland: $115,600

What Skills Can Increase a Public Relations Representative III's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 4.69% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Advertising (Mentioned in 1.52% Job Postings): Advertising is a marketing communication that employs an openly sponsored, non-personal message to promote or sell a product, service or idea.:465 Sponsors of advertising are typically businesses wishing to promote their products or services. Advertising is differentiated from public relations in that an advertiser pays for and has control over the message. It differs from personal selling in that the message is non-personal, i.e., not directed to a particular individual.:661,672 Advertising is communicated through various mass media, including traditional media such as newspapers, magazines, television, radio, outdoor advertising or direct mail; and new media such as search results, blogs, social media, websites or text messages. The actual presentation of the message in a medium is referred to as an advertisement, or "ad" or advert for short. Commercial ads often seek to generate increased consumption of their products or services through "branding", which associates a product name or image with certain qualities in the minds of consumers. On the other hand, ads that intend to elicit an immediate sale are known as direct-response advertising. Non-commercial entities that advertise more than consumer products or services include political parties, interest groups, religious organizations and governmental agencies. Non-profit organizations may use free modes of persuasion, such as a public service announcement. Advertising may also help to reassure employees or shareholders that a company is viable or successful.
  • Fiscal Management (Mentioned in 1.04% Job Postings): Fiscal management is the process of keeping an organization running efficiently within its allotted budget.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 4.69%
Advertising 1.52%
Fiscal Management 1.04%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Public Relations Representative III's salary.
  • Account Management: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Innovation: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Staff Management: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Account Management
$102,276
8%
Innovation
$102,276
8%
Staff Management
$101,329
7%
Commitment
$100,382
6%
Attention to Detail
$99,435
5%
Flexibility
$99,435
5%
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How Education impacts a Public Relations Representative III's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Public Relations Representative IIIs enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Public Relations Representative III with a Bachelor's Degree is between $90,327 and $96,546).

Public Relations Representative III Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Public Relations Representative III
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.0%
High School 1.0%
Associates 1.3%
Bachelors 67.8%
Masters 28.2%
Doctorate 1.7%
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Public Relations Representative III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Public Relations Representative III's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

Public Relations Representative III Salary Growth & Career Path

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Public Relations Representative III, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Public Relations Representative III Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role Estimate Salary Projected Raise
Corporate Social Responsibility Specialist IV $119,600 26%
Manager of Press and Media Relations $108,600 15%
Public Relations Representative IV $118,100 25%

Salary Trends for Public Relations Representative III

Salaries for a Public Relations Representative III can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $93,592 in 2023 to around $90,365 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Public Relations Representative III salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Public Relations Representative III Over Time

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2024
$92,143
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2024 $92,143
2025 $90,365
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