Public Relations Managers pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for public relations managers is $76.65 an hour ($159,440 a year). About 1,610 people work in this job there.
That is 9% higher than the U.S. median ($146,910). Washington ranks 9th of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for public relations managers in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $50.24 | $104,500 |
| 25% of workers | $61.91 | $128,760 |
| Half of workers (median) | $76.65 | $159,440 |
| 75% of workers | $95.43 | $198,500 |
| 90% of workers | $122.73 | $255,280 |
Public Relations Managers pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $166,590 | 1,110 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $148,090 | 150 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $137,240 | 80 |
| Bellingham | $128,370 | 40 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (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 Washington
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Sales Managers | $174,000 |
| Marketing Managers | $172,270 |
| Fundraising Managers | $137,010 |
| Advertising and Promotions Managers | $163,380 |
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