What are the main factors that influence a Public Relations's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Public Relations?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Public Relations roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Public Relations's salary?

A Public Relations's salary grows with experience: a Public Relations (0-2 years)earns $61,763, a Public Relations Specialist II (2-4 years)earns $76,352, a Public Relations Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $95,878, a Public Relations Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $119,517, a Public Relations Manager (7+ years)earns $134,920,

What are the highest paying states for a Public Relations?

Public Relations salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Public Relations roles are District of Columbia $65,647, California $65,398, Massachusetts $64,527. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Public Relations roles make?

Salaries for Public Relations level roles vary by specialization: VP of Public Relations: $252,893; Public Relations Executive: $252,883; Public Relations Senior Manager: $160,986; Public Relations Manager: $133,295; Head Of Public Relations: $132,088.

Public Relations Salary in Delaware

How much does a Public Relations make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Public Relations in Delaware is $60,044 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,682
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,794 to $67,183
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,282

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Public Relations Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,183	$5,599	$1,292	$32
Average	$60,044	$5,004	$1,155	$29
25th Percentile	$51,794	$4,316	$996	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Public Relations Salaries

A Public Relations'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Public Relations Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Public Relations'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-Level (less than 1 year): $61,763
Early Career (1-2 years): $76,352
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $95,878
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $119,517
Expert (over 8 years): $134,920

Levels	Salary
Public Re... Level Public Relations	$61,763
Public Re... Level Public Relations	$76,352
Public Re... Level Public Relations	$95,878
Public Re... Level Public Relations	$119,517
Public Re... Level Public Relations	$134,920

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How Do Public Relations Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Public Relations. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $65,647.
California: $65,398.
Massachusetts: $64,527.

District of Columbia $65,647 California $65,398 Massachusetts $64,527 Washington $64,289 New Jersey $64,266 Alaska $64,183 Connecticut $63,365 New York $63,032

Hawaii $61,971 Rhode Island $61,473 Maryland $61,135 Minnesota $60,673 Colorado $60,495 Illinois $60,436 Oregon $60,210 Delaware $60,044

New Hampshire $59,940 Virginia $59,706 Pennsylvania $59,024 Nevada $58,681 North Dakota $58,568 Michigan $58,390 Wisconsin $58,325 Vermont $58,194

Texas $57,833 Maine $57,809 Arizona $57,773 Ohio $57,732 Georgia $57,186 Indiana $56,914 Wyoming $56,860 Utah $56,777

Iowa $56,742 Kansas $56,457 Louisiana $56,374 North Carolina $56,344 Missouri $56,333 Florida $56,101 Montana $55,977 Nebraska $55,858

Kentucky $55,793 South Carolina $55,556 Tennessee $55,408 Idaho $55,348 New Mexico $54,916 Oklahoma $54,821 Alabama $54,471 South Dakota $53,884

Arkansas $53,564 West Virginia $53,392 Mississippi $52,876

Top Paying Cities for Public Relations

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:

Lincoln: $59,774
Little Creek: $60,211
Magnolia: $60,125

Lincoln, DE $59,774 Little Creek, DE $60,211 Magnolia, DE $60,125 Milford, DE $59,926 Marydel, DE $60,024 Millsboro, DE $59,523 Millville, DE $59,615 Milton, DE $59,718

Nassau, DE $59,761 Ocean View, DE $59,605 Rehoboth Beach, DE $59,719 Seaford, DE $59,753 Selbyville, DE $59,506 Smyrna, DE $60,253 Viola, DE $59,975 Woodside, DE $60,137

Bear, DE $59,998 Newark, DE $59,975 Claymont, DE $60,098 Delaware City, DE $60,035 Hockessin, DE $59,970 Kirkwood, DE $60,024 Middletown, DE $60,047 Montchanin, DE $59,984

New Castle, DE $59,993 Odessa, DE $60,077 Port Penn, DE $60,117 Rockland, DE $59,990 Saint Georges, DE $60,028 Townsend, DE $60,121 Winterthur, DE $59,997 Lewes, DE $59,741

Wilmington, DE $59,973 Dover, DE $60,211 Dover Afb, DE $59,894 Bethany Beach, DE $59,542 Bethel, DE $59,604 Bridgeville, DE $59,744 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,042 Cheswold, DE $60,192

Clayton, DE $60,194 Dagsboro, DE $59,500 Delmar, DE $59,405 Ellendale, DE $59,585 Felton, DE $59,921 Fenwick Island, DE $59,514 Frankford, DE $59,410 Frederica, DE $59,980

Georgetown, DE $59,478 Greenwood, DE $59,754 Harbeson, DE $59,541 Harrington, DE $59,845 Hartly, DE $60,031 Houston, DE $59,760 Kenton, DE $60,197 Laurel, DE $59,442

Yorklyn, DE $59,988

Public Relations Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Public Relations roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Public Relations positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Public Relations as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Public Relations

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$75,055	$36.0	25%
Internet	$72,053	$35.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$69,051	$33.0	15%
Energy & Utilities	$66,049	$32.0	10%
Financial Services	$66,049	$32.0	10%

Public Relations Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Public Relations'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.

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$51,794

Average $60,044/year

$67,183

$4,316

Average $5,004/month

$5,599

$996

Average $1,155/week

$1,292

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Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,183	$5,599	$1,292	$32
Average	$60,044	$5,004	$1,155	$29
25th Percentile	$51,794	$4,316	$996	$25

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