How much does a Top Public Relations Executive make in the United States? The average Top Public Relations Executive salary in the United States is $246,650 as of September 25, 2023, but the range typically falls between $201,212 and $308,635. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Top Public Relations Executive Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Top Public Relations Executive Salary $159,844 US September 25, 2023
25th Percentile Top Public Relations Executive Salary $201,212 US September 25, 2023
50th Percentile Top Public Relations Executive Salary $246,650 US September 25, 2023
75th Percentile Top Public Relations Executive Salary $308,635 US September 25, 2023
90th Percentile Top Public Relations Executive Salary $365,069 US September 25, 2023
25% $201,212 10% $159,844 90% $365,069 75% $308,635 $246,650 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description for Top Public Relations Executive

Top Public Relations Executive plans and directs all aspects of an organization's public relations policies, objectives, and initiatives. Ensures that all external communications result in positive public relations. Being a Top Public Relations Executive maintains public good will towards the organization. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Top Public Relations Executive demonstrates expertise in a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Typically reports to top management. The Top Public Relations Executive manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Top Public Relations Executive typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2023 Salary.com)... View full job description

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City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
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City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
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City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
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City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
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