Public Relations Specialists pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for public relations specialists is $29.28 an hour ($60,900 a year). About 3,380 people work in this job there.
That is 19% lower than the U.S. median ($74,750). Tennessee ranks 46th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for public relations specialists in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.01 | $37,450 |
| 25% of workers | $22.75 | $47,320 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.28 | $60,900 |
| 75% of workers | $38.08 | $79,210 |
| 90% of workers | $47.29 | $98,370 |
Public Relations Specialists pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Chattanooga | $66,370 | 330 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $62,870 | 1,350 |
| Memphis | $61,000 | 670 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $59,960 | 90 |
| Knoxville | $57,360 | 420 |
| Clarksville | $56,890 | 80 |
| Jackson | $52,580 | 40 |
| Johnson City | $51,890 | 50 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (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 Tennessee
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | $69,790 |
| Marketing Managers | $131,990 |
| Producers and Directors | $73,020 |
| Fundraisers | $61,370 |
| Advertising Sales Agents | $40,910 |
| Writers and Authors | $58,870 |
| Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes | $75,390 |
| Public Relations Managers | $127,390 |
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