Editors vs. Public Relations Specialists: Who Earns More?
Editors out-earn Public Relations Specialists by $3K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Editors land at $77,920 and Public Relations Specialists at $74,750. The education gap is real: editor programs typically require bachelor's degree, while public relations specialist programs require bachelor's degree. Top-paying state for Editors is New York ($101,480); for Public Relations Specialists it's District of Columbia ($102,740).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Editors median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Editors or Public Relations Specialists?
Editors earn more nationally. The median is $77,920 for Editors versus $74,750 for Public Relations Specialists, a difference of $3K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Editors or Public Relations Specialists?
Public Relations Specialists has the better 10-year outlook at 4.8% projected growth, compared to 0.6% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Editors or Public Relations Specialists?
Editors typically requires bachelor's degree. Public Relations Specialists requires bachelor's degree. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Editors get paid the most?
New York is the top-paying state for Editors at $101,480/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Editors vs. Public Relations Specialists pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In New York, Editors earn $101,480 vs. $81,250 for Public Relations Specialists. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.