Public Relations Managers Salary in California
In California, public relations managers earn a median of $156,340 per year.
Median (California)
$156,340
Bottom 10%
$97,120
Top 10%
$239,200+
Employed in California
9,140
How California compares
Refit analysis ·In California, public relations managers earn a median of $156,340 — 13% above the national median of $138,520. Locally the range runs $97,120 to $239,200+. About 9,140 people hold this role in the state.
Refit analysis ·California ranks #8 of 50 states for public relations managers pay — roughly the 86th percentile among states. That trails the top-paying state (District of Columbia, $185,810) by 19%. State employment of about 9,140 also shapes how competitive local openings are.
National benchmark
US median
$138,520
US bottom 10%
$78,880
US top 10%
$239,200+
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