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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Public Relations Managers salary in Nashville, Tennessee

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Nashville 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$111,140
Mean annual$118,620
Range (10th to 90th)$56,160 to $175,850
Nashville, Tennessee employment390
State vs national-21.6% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Nashville public relations managers fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

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

10TH$56,16025TH$73,130MEDIAN$111,14075TH$150,05090TH$175,850

The middle 50% of workers earn between $73,130 and $150,050, with a median of $111,140.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    5 years or more

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

Skill data from O*NET is not yet ingested for this occupation. We refresh this section when O*NET publishes a new release.

Common tasks (O*NET)

Task data from O*NET is not yet ingested for this occupation.

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Other metros in Tennessee

How the Nashville metro compares to other major Tennessee metro areas for public relations managers.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Public Relations Managers in Nashville, Tennessee?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Public Relations Managers in the Nashville metropolitan area is $111,140.
Does Nashville pay more than the Tennessee state average for Public Relations Managers?
The Nashville metro median is -4.5% versus the Tennessee state median of $116,340.
How does Nashville compare to the national median for Public Relations Managers?
The Nashville metro median is -21.6% versus the BLS national figure of $141,703.
What is the salary range for Public Relations Managers in Nashville?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $56,160 and the 90th-percentile at $175,850 for the Nashville 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 Nashville 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.