Public Relations Specialists pay in Arkansas
In Arkansas, the median pay for public relations specialists is $31.25 an hour ($65,000 a year). About 980 people work in this job there.
That is 13% lower than the U.S. median ($74,750). Arkansas ranks 29th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for public relations specialists in Arkansas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.83 | $39,170 |
| 25% of workers | $24.03 | $49,980 |
| Half of workers (median) | $31.25 | $65,000 |
| 75% of workers | $46.18 | $96,060 |
| 90% of workers | $65.96 | $137,190 |
Public Relations Specialists pay in Arkansas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers | $85,650 | 370 |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway | $61,710 | 330 |
| Fort Smith | $54,880 | 50 |
Arkansas unemployment rate: 3.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for public relations specialists
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +1.8% over ten years, little or no change · about 23,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Arkansas
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | $65,430 |
| Marketing Managers | $136,520 |
| Advertising Sales Agents | $49,120 |
| Producers and Directors | $38,820 |
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