Public Relations Specialists pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for public relations specialists is $30.27 an hour ($62,970 a year). About 2,890 people work in this job there.
That is 16% lower than the U.S. median ($74,750). Iowa ranks 38th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for public relations specialists in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.70 | $38,890 |
| 25% of workers | $23.58 | $49,040 |
| Half of workers (median) | $30.27 | $62,970 |
| 75% of workers | $39.16 | $81,450 |
| 90% of workers | $50.34 | $104,700 |
Public Relations Specialists pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $70,660 | 1,050 |
| Sioux City | $64,770 | 60 |
| Cedar Rapids | $64,620 | 220 |
| Dubuque | $64,180 | 100 |
| Iowa City | $64,170 | 200 |
| Ames | $62,970 | 250 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $62,880 | 220 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | $61,810 | 130 |
Iowa unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Iowa
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | $66,390 |
| Marketing Managers | $131,120 |
| Fundraisers | $63,930 |
| Advertising Sales Agents | $58,480 |
| Producers and Directors | $58,550 |
| Public Relations Managers | $120,730 |
| Editors | $57,200 |
| Technical Writers | $66,520 |
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