As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Public Relations Assistant in Bellingham, WA is $56,481, equivalent to $27 per hour, $1,086 weekly, or $4,707 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Public Relations Assistant in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Public Relations Assistant in Bellingham, WA vary widely, spanning from $43,068 to $69,427. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($49,460) and 75th percentile ($63,257), while top earners (90th percentile) make $69,427 per year. This $13,797 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Campaign Management, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Bellingham Public Relations Assistant often earn 4.8% higher than national averages. However, Bellingham currently ranks 253 statewide for Public Relations Assistant job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Public Relations Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Public Relations Assistant Salary $43,068 Bellingham, WA July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Public Relations Assistant Salary $49,460 Bellingham, WA July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Public Relations Assistant Salary $56,481 Bellingham, WA July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Public Relations Assistant Salary $63,257 Bellingham, WA July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Public Relations Assistant Salary $69,427 Bellingham, WA July 01, 2026
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    Public Relations Assistant

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Public Relations Specialist II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Bellingham, Washington    The city is located at 48°45′N 122°29′W / 48.750°N 122.483°W / 48.750; -122.483 (48.75, −122.48). The city is situated on Bellingham Bay which is p....More

Bellingham, Washington  area prices were up 2.9% from a year ago

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