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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Public Relations Managers salary in Riverside, California

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Riverside metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$133,080
Mean annual$144,780
Range (10th to 90th)$90,010 to $203,080
Riverside, California employment340
State vs national-6.1% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Riverside public relations managers fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$90,01025TH$104,170MEDIAN$133,08075TH$163,94090TH$203,080

The middle 50% of workers earn between $104,170 and $163,940, with a median of $133,080.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    5 years or more

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

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Common tasks (O*NET)

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Other metros in California

How the Riverside metro compares to other major California metro areas for public relations managers.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Public Relations Managers in Riverside, California?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Public Relations Managers in the Riverside metropolitan area is $133,080.
Does Riverside pay more than the California state average for Public Relations Managers?
The Riverside metro median is -14.9% versus the California state median of $156,340.
How does Riverside compare to the national median for Public Relations Managers?
The Riverside metro median is -6.1% versus the BLS national figure of $141,703.
What is the salary range for Public Relations Managers in Riverside?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $90,010 and the 90th-percentile at $203,080 for the Riverside metro area.
What education is required for Public Relations Managers?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Riverside CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.