Admissions Representative/Community Relations Salary in the United States

How much does an Admissions Representative/Community Relations make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Admissions Representative/Community Relations in the United States is $77,742 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

However, an Admissions Representative/Community Relations's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $95,092
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,596 to $86,824
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,000
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Admissions Representative/Community Relations Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $86,824 $7,235 $1,670 $42
Average $77,742 $6,479 $1,495 $37
25th Percentile $71,596 $5,966 $1,377 $34
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Key Factors That Influence Admissions Representative/Community Relations Salaries

An Admissions Representative/Community 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Admissions Representative/Community Relations Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Admissions Representative/Community 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): $60,623
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $75,850
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $96,855
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $119,678
  • Expert (over 8 years): $152,514
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Community... Level Admissions Representative/Community Relations$60,623
Admission... Level Admissions Representative/Community Relations$75,850
Community... Level Admissions Representative/Community Relations$96,855
Community... Level Admissions Representative/Community Relations$119,678
Community... Level Admissions Representative/Community Relations$152,514
$60,623 0 yr
$75,850 < 2 yrs
$96,855 2-4 yrs
$119,678 5-8 yrs
$152,514 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Admissions Representative/Community 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 Admissions Representative/Community Relations. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $86,076.
  • California: $85,750.
  • Massachusetts: $84,607.

Top Paying Cities for Admissions Representative/Community 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:

  • San Jose: $98,056
  • San Francisco: $96,982
  • Oakland: $94,939

What Skills Can Increase an Admissions Representative/Community Relations's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Presentation (Mentioned in 5.92% Job Postings): Presentation conveys information from a speaker to an audience. Presentations are typically demonstrations, introduction, lecture, or speech meant to inform, persuade, inspire, motivate, build goodwill, or present a new idea/product.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 2.83% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
  • Case Management (Mentioned in 1.56% Job Postings): Connecting patients with suitable healthcare providers, resources, and services to ensure they receive optimal, cost-effective care.
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Presentation 5.92%
Microsoft Office 2.83%
Case Management 1.56%
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 an Admissions Representative/Community Relations's salary.
  • Taking Ownership: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Sales and Marketing: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Business Development: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Taking Ownership
 $83,184
7%
Sales and Marketing
 $81,629
5%
Business Development
 $80,852
4%
Project Management
 $80,852
4%
Commitment
 $80,074
3%
Community Relations
 $80,074
3%
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Admissions Representative/Community Relations Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Admissions Representative/Community Relations roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 42% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Admissions Representative/Community Relations positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Admissions Representative/Community Relations as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Admissions Representative/Community Relations

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$93,291$45.020%
Pharmaceuticals$93,291$45.020%
Biotechnology$91,736$44.018%
Energy & Utilities$91,736$44.018%
Internet$87,071$42.012%

How Education impacts an Admissions Representative/Community Relations's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Admissions Representative/Community Relations 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 an Admissions Representative/Community Relations with a Bachelor's Degree is between $73,270 and $78,570).

Admissions Representative/Community Relations Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Admissions Representative/Community Relations
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.6%
High School 3.2%
Associates 4.3%
Bachelors 60.6%
Masters 29.8%
Doctorate 0.5%
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Admissions Representative/Community Relations Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Admissions Representative/Community 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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Average $77,742/year
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Average $37/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $86,824 $7,235 $1,670 $42
Average $77,742 $6,479 $1,495 $37
25th Percentile $71,596 $5,966 $1,377 $34

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Salary Trends for Admissions Representative/Community Relations

Salaries for an Admissions Representative/Community Relations can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $73,952 in 2023 to around $73,812 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Admissions Representative/Community Relations salary trends, .

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