Public Relations Managers Salary in Washington
Public Relations Managers in Washington earn a median of $159,440 a year, +9% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $159,440
- vs. U.S. median
- +9% ($146,910)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 1,610
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $104,500; the top 10% earn over $255,280. Nationally the range is $82,410 to $284,990.
States ranked near Washington
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Public Relations Managers pay in Washington
How much do public relations managers make in Washington?
The median is $159,440 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $104,500 and the top 10% earn over $255,280. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for public relations managers?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 48 (+9% vs. the national median of $146,910). Living costs are not included.