What are the main factors that influence a PR Assistant'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 PR Assistant?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for PR Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

How does experience change A PR Assistant's salary?

A PR Assistant's salary grows with experience: an PR Assistant (0-2 years)earns $66,016, an Account Manager II (2-4 years)earns $79,387, an Account Manager III (4-7 years)earns $100,322, an Account Manager IV (7+ years)earns $126,591, an Account Manager V (7-10 years)earns $157,229,

What are the highest paying states for a PR Assistant?

PR Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for PR Assistant roles are District of Columbia $73,054, California $72,777, Massachusetts $71,807. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of PR Assistant roles make?

Salaries for PR Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Director Of Pr: $161,849; PR Director: $161,000; Head Of Pr: $135,162; PR Manager: $133,300; PR Assistant Account Executive: $80,337.

PR Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a PR Assistant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a PR Assistant in Delaware is $66,819 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $87,690
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,202 to $77,744
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,999

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PR Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$77,744	$6,479	$1,495	$37
Average	$66,819	$5,568	$1,285	$32
25th Percentile	$62,202	$5,184	$1,196	$30

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Key Factors That Influence PR Assistant Salaries

A PR Assistant'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 PR Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a PR Assistant'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): $66,016
Early Career (1-2 years): $79,387
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $100,322
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $126,591
Expert (over 8 years): $157,229

Levels	Salary
PR Assist... Level PR Assistant	$66,016
Account M... Level PR Assistant	$79,387
Account M... Level PR Assistant	$100,322
Account M... Level PR Assistant	$126,591
Account M... Level PR Assistant	$157,229

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How Do PR Assistant 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 PR Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $73,054.
California: $72,777.
Massachusetts: $71,807.

District of Columbia $73,054 California $72,777 Massachusetts $71,807 Washington $71,543 New Jersey $71,517 Alaska $71,425 Connecticut $70,514 New York $70,145

Hawaii $68,963 Rhode Island $68,409 Maryland $68,033 Minnesota $67,518 Colorado $67,321 Illinois $67,255 Oregon $67,004 Delaware $66,819

New Hampshire $66,703 Virginia $66,443 Pennsylvania $65,684 Nevada $65,301 North Dakota $65,176 Michigan $64,978 Wisconsin $64,906 Vermont $64,760

Texas $64,358 Maine $64,332 Arizona $64,292 Ohio $64,246 Georgia $63,639 Indiana $63,335 Wyoming $63,276 Utah $63,184

Iowa $63,144 Kansas $62,827 Louisiana $62,735 North Carolina $62,702 Missouri $62,689 Florida $62,431 Montana $62,293 Nebraska $62,161

Kentucky $62,088 South Carolina $61,824 Tennessee $61,659 Idaho $61,593 New Mexico $61,112 Oklahoma $61,006 Alabama $60,617 South Dakota $59,964

Arkansas $59,607 West Virginia $59,416 Mississippi $58,842

Top Paying Cities for PR Assistants

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: $66,518
Little Creek: $67,005
Magnolia: $66,909

Lincoln, DE $66,518 Little Creek, DE $67,005 Magnolia, DE $66,909 Milford, DE $66,687 Marydel, DE $66,797 Millsboro, DE $66,239 Millville, DE $66,341 Milton, DE $66,456

Nassau, DE $66,504 Ocean View, DE $66,330 Rehoboth Beach, DE $66,457 Seaford, DE $66,495 Selbyville, DE $66,220 Smyrna, DE $67,051 Viola, DE $66,743 Woodside, DE $66,922

Bear, DE $66,768 Newark, DE $66,743 Claymont, DE $66,879 Delaware City, DE $66,809 Hockessin, DE $66,737 Kirkwood, DE $66,797 Middletown, DE $66,822 Montchanin, DE $66,752

New Castle, DE $66,762 Odessa, DE $66,855 Port Penn, DE $66,900 Rockland, DE $66,758 Saint Georges, DE $66,801 Townsend, DE $66,904 Winterthur, DE $66,766 Lewes, DE $66,482

Wilmington, DE $66,740 Dover, DE $67,005 Dover Afb, DE $66,652 Bethany Beach, DE $66,260 Bethel, DE $66,329 Bridgeville, DE $66,485 Camden Wyoming, DE $66,816 Cheswold, DE $66,983

Clayton, DE $66,985 Dagsboro, DE $66,214 Delmar, DE $66,108 Ellendale, DE $66,308 Felton, DE $66,682 Fenwick Island, DE $66,229 Frankford, DE $66,113 Frederica, DE $66,748

Georgetown, DE $66,189 Greenwood, DE $66,496 Harbeson, DE $66,260 Harrington, DE $66,597 Hartly, DE $66,805 Houston, DE $66,502 Kenton, DE $66,989 Laurel, DE $66,149

Yorklyn, DE $66,756

PR Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For PR Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, PR Assistant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view PR Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a PR Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$90,206	$43.0	35%
Financial Services	$86,865	$42.0	30%
Internet	$83,524	$40.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$80,183	$39.0	20%
Healthcare	$76,842	$37.0	15%

PR Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a PR Assistant'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 July 01, 2026

$62,202

Average $66,819/year

$77,744

$5,184

Average $5,568/month

$6,479

$1,196

Average $1,285/week

$1,495

$30

Average $32/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$77,744	$6,479	$1,495	$37
Average	$66,819	$5,568	$1,285	$32
25th Percentile	$62,202	$5,184	$1,196	$30

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