As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Media Relations Manager in the United States is $108,728. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $85,155 to a high of $123,318, with most professionals earning between $96,389 and $116,365.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
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| 75th Percentile | $116,365 | $9,697 | $2,238 | $56 |
| Average | $108,728 | $9,061 | $2,091 | $52 |
| 25th Percentile | $96,389 | $8,032 | $1,854 | $46 |
An entry-level Media Relations Manager with less than 1 year of experience earns about $104,124. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $104,676. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $105,966. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $107,439, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $109,526.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Media Relations Manager | $104,124 |
| Intermediate Level Media Relations Manager | $104,676 |
| Senior Level Media Relations Manager | $105,966 |
| Specialist Level Media Relations Manager | $107,439 |
| Expert Level Media Relations Manager | $109,526 |
| Entry Level | 4% |
| Mid Level | 4% |
| Senior Level | 3% |
| Top Level | 1% |
| Experienced | 1% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
What Am I Worth?
Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of March 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Media Relations Manager compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $141,579 in 2023 to approximately $135,036 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Media Relations Manager salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $108,728 | 71.8% | ||
| Bonus | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $8,318 | 5.5% | ||
| 401K/403B | $4,567 | 3.0% | ||
| Disability | $2,175 | 1.4% | ||
| Healthcare | $8,352 | 5.5% | ||
| Pension | $5,871 | 3.9% | ||
| Time Off | $13,382 | 8.8% | ||
| Total Compensation | $151,392 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| No Diploma | 0.2% |
| High School | 3.4% |
| Associates | 1.8% |
| Bachelors | 66.8% |
| Masters | 26.1% |
| Doctorate | 1.4% |
What Am I Worth?
The average annual salary of Media Relations Manager is $108,728. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Media Relations Manager is $52; the average weekly pay of Media Relations Manager is $2,091; the average monthly pay of Media Relations Manager is $9,061.
A Media Relations Manager's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Media Relations Manager earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Media Relations Manager is $136,454.
The highest pay for Media Relations Manager is $123,318.
The lowest pay for Media Relations Manager is $85,155.
Develops and implements policies and procedures for the relations between the media and the organization. Works to expand understanding of the organization's business, performance, and strategy. Prepares summaries of media activity for senior management. May serve as the company's spokesperson. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. Typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. Typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience.
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