Public Relations Managers pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for public relations managers is $58.04 an hour ($120,730 a year). About 630 people work in this job there.
That is 18% lower than the U.S. median ($146,910). Iowa ranks 26th of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for public relations managers in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $35.59 | $74,040 |
| 25% of workers | $45.88 | $95,430 |
| Half of workers (median) | $58.04 | $120,730 |
| 75% of workers | $71.72 | $149,190 |
| 90% of workers | $93.69 | $194,860 |
Public Relations Managers pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $132,600 | 70 |
| Iowa City | $127,760 | 70 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $126,520 | 270 |
| Cedar Rapids | $121,320 | 50 |
Iowa unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for public relations managers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Experience usually needed to start: 5 years or more (BLS)
- Job outlook: +5.7% over ten years, faster than average · about 6,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Iowa
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Sales Managers | $134,010 |
| Marketing Managers | $131,120 |
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