Public Relations Officer Salary in the United States

How much does a Public Relations Officer make in the United States? The average Public Relations Officer salary in the United States is $42,290 as of October 30, 2019, but the salary range typically falls between $37,960 and $47,839. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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$37,960 to $47,839
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What is a Public Relations Officer?

The Public Relations Officer (PRO) or chief communications officer (CCO) or corporate communications officer is the head of communications, public relations, and/or public affairs in an organization. Typically, the CCO of a corporation reports to the chief executive officer (CEO). The CCO may hold an academic degree in communications....

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Director of Public Relations
One Planet Ops - Walnut Creek , CA
Identify opportunities for One Planet's CEO to participate in media opportunities, conferences, and other promotional activities WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR * Proven working experience in public relations ...
ZipRecruiter - 7 days ago
Promotional PR Representative - Full Time Events
Maverick Mgmt, Inc. - Seattle , WA
Promotional PR Representative - Full Time Events Maverick Management, a brand development, sales ...  cfo, accounts payable, sports, cashier, financial, music, social worker, publishing, project ...
ZipRecruiter - 5 days ago
ENTRY LEVEL SALES & PUBLIC RELATIONS ASSISTANT
Prestiz LLC - McKinley Park , IL
ENTRY LEVEL SALES & PUBLIC RELATIONS ASSISTANT Here we are exceeding our brand's expectations. With ... Sales Adviser, Sales Representative, Sales Officer, Sales Associate, Sales Assistant, Sales ...
ZipRecruiter - 2 days ago
Public Information Officer
Alaska Council of School Adminstrators -
Public relations and promotional work; or c. Work as an Information Officer with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere. OR A bachelor's degree in any subject from an accredited college AND ...
LinkedIn - 2 days ago
Public Relations Account Executive
Rachel Kay Public Relations -
Rachel Kay Public Relations (RKPR) is looking for an assertive, smart and talented public relations account executive for our San Diego office. RKPR specializes in consumer products and services and ...
LinkedIn - 7 days ago
Chief Programs and Strategy Officer
TLC Child and Family Services -
... in general public relations to the private sector for fund development as assigned by Chief ... Officer. Participates in site visits, events, cultivation activities, etc., to enhance private ...
LinkedIn - 2 days ago
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Average Total Cash Compensation

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Public Relations Officer in the United States. The base salary for Public Relations Officer ranges from $37,960 to $47,839 with the average base salary of $42,290. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $39,617 to $51,527 with the average total cash compensation of $44,803.

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