Public Relations Specialists pay in Hawaii
In Hawaii, the median pay for public relations specialists is $30.71 an hour ($63,880 a year). About 1,800 people work in this job there.
That is 15% lower than the U.S. median ($74,750). Hawaii ranks 35th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for public relations specialists in Hawaii
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $20.23 | $42,070 |
| 25% of workers | $24.35 | $50,640 |
| Half of workers (median) | $30.71 | $63,880 |
| 75% of workers | $39.37 | $81,900 |
| 90% of workers | $50.12 | $104,240 |
Public Relations Specialists pay in Hawaii metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Kahului-Wailuku | $67,080 | 200 |
| Urban Honolulu | $63,780 | 1,370 |
Hawaii unemployment rate: 2.7% (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 Hawaii
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | $59,390 |
| Marketing Managers | $117,770 |
| Producers and Directors | $66,190 |
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