Public Relations Specialists pay in Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin
In Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin (TN), the median pay for public relations specialists is $30.23 an hour ($62,870 a year). About 1,350 people work in this job there.
That is 16% lower than the U.S. median ($74,750). It is 3% higher than the Tennessee median ($60,900).
Pay range for public relations specialists in Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin (TN)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.33 | $40,200 |
| 25% of workers | $23.61 | $49,120 |
| Half of workers (median) | $30.23 | $62,870 |
| 75% of workers | $39.58 | $82,320 |
| 90% of workers | $47.72 | $99,250 |
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 (this page) | $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 Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin (TN)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | $77,240 |
| Marketing Managers | $135,370 |
| Producers and Directors | $79,590 |
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