Public Relations Specialists pay in Louisiana
In Louisiana, the median pay for public relations specialists is $29.07 an hour ($60,470 a year). About 1,710 people work in this job there.
That is 19% lower than the U.S. median ($74,750). Louisiana ranks 47th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for public relations specialists in Louisiana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.58 | $38,640 |
| 25% of workers | $23.79 | $49,490 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.07 | $60,470 |
| 75% of workers | $37.45 | $77,890 |
| 90% of workers | $47.41 | $98,610 |
Public Relations Specialists pay in Louisiana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| New Orleans-Metairie | $68,600 | 490 |
| Slidell-Mandeville-Covington | $64,080 | 80 |
| Alexandria | $63,280 | 50 |
| Shreveport-Bossier City | $61,220 | 130 |
| Hammond | $60,930 | 40 |
| Baton Rouge | $59,990 | 450 |
| Lake Charles | $58,150 | 60 |
| Lafayette | $57,060 | 170 |
| Monroe | $55,750 | 50 |
Louisiana unemployment rate: 4.2% (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 Louisiana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | $59,690 |
| Marketing Managers | $120,650 |
| Producers and Directors | $62,920 |
| Advertising Sales Agents | $48,810 |
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