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

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

How does experience change A Media Relations's salary?

A Media Relations's salary grows with experience: a Product Inspector I (0-1 years)earns $49,617, a Product Inspector II (1-3 years)earns $55,459, a Media Relations (3-5 years)earns $65,366, a Product Inspector IV (5-7 years)earns $67,311, a Product Quality Supervisor (7+ years)earns $83,681,

What are the highest paying states for a Media Relations?

Media Relations salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Media Relations roles are District of Columbia $64,798, California $64,552, Massachusetts $63,692. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Media Relations roles make?

Salaries for Media Relations level roles vary by specialization: Media Relations Specialist: $116,645; Manager of Press and Media Relations: $108,400; Public and Media Relations Manager: $108,400; Media Relations Manager: $108,393; Media Relations Director: $106,662.

Media Relations Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Media Relations make in District of Columbia?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Media Relations in District of Columbia is $64,798 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,739
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,627 to $71,572
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,187

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Media Relations Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,572	$5,964	$1,376	$34
Average	$64,798	$5,400	$1,246	$31
25th Percentile	$56,627	$4,719	$1,089	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Media Relations Salaries

A Media 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 Media Relations Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Media 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): $49,617
Early Career (1-2 years): $55,459
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $65,366
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $67,311
Expert (over 8 years): $83,681

Levels	Salary
Product I... Level Media Relations	$49,617
Product I... Level Media Relations	$55,459
Media Rel... Level Media Relations	$65,366
Product I... Level Media Relations	$67,311
Product Q... Level Media Relations	$83,681

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How Do Media 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 Media Relations. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $64,798.
California: $64,552.
Massachusetts: $63,692.

District of Columbia $64,798 California $64,552 Massachusetts $63,692 Washington $63,458 New Jersey $63,435 Alaska $63,353 Connecticut $62,545 New York $62,217

Hawaii $61,170 Rhode Island $60,678 Maryland $60,345 Minnesota $59,888 Colorado $59,712 Illinois $59,654 Oregon $59,432 Delaware $59,268

New Hampshire $59,165 Virginia $58,934 Pennsylvania $58,261 Nevada $57,922 North Dakota $57,810 Michigan $57,635 Wisconsin $57,570 Vermont $57,442

Texas $57,085 Maine $57,061 Arizona $57,026 Ohio $56,985 Georgia $56,447 Indiana $56,178 Wyoming $56,125 Utah $56,043

Iowa $56,008 Kansas $55,727 Louisiana $55,645 North Carolina $55,616 Missouri $55,604 Florida $55,376 Montana $55,253 Nebraska $55,136

Kentucky $55,071 South Carolina $54,837 Tennessee $54,691 Idaho $54,633 New Mexico $54,205 Oklahoma $54,112 Alabama $53,766 South Dakota $53,187

Arkansas $52,871 West Virginia $52,701 Mississippi $52,192

Top Paying Cities for Media 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:

Parcel Return Service: $64,446
Washington: $64,447
Naval Anacost Annex: $64,444

Parcel Return Service, DC $64,446 Washington, DC $64,447 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $64,444 Washington Navy Yard, DC $64,446

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

Understanding how a Media 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.

Last Updated on June 01, 2026

$56,627

Average $64,798/year

$71,572

$4,719

Average $5,400/month

$5,964

$1,089

Average $1,246/week

$1,376

$27

Average $31/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,572	$5,964	$1,376	$34
Average	$64,798	$5,400	$1,246	$31
25th Percentile	$56,627	$4,719	$1,089	$27

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