Writers and Authors vs. Public Relations Specialists: Who Earns More?
Writers and Authors out-earn Public Relations Specialists by $2K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Writers and Authors land at $76,910 and Public Relations Specialists at $74,750. The education gap is real: writers and author programs typically require bachelor's degree, while public relations specialist programs require bachelor's degree. Top-paying state for Writers and Authors is District of Columbia ($129,300); for Public Relations Specialists it's District of Columbia ($102,740).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Writers and Authors median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Writers and Authors or Public Relations Specialists?
Writers and Authors earn more nationally. The median is $76,910 for Writers and Authors versus $74,750 for Public Relations Specialists, a difference of $2K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Writers and Authors or Public Relations Specialists?
Public Relations Specialists has the better 10-year outlook at 4.8% projected growth, compared to 3.6% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Writers and Authors or Public Relations Specialists?
Writers and Authors typically requires bachelor's degree. Public Relations Specialists requires bachelor's degree. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Writers and Authors get paid the most?
District of Columbia is the top-paying state for Writers and Authors at $129,300/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Writers and Authors vs. Public Relations Specialists pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In District of Columbia, Writers and Authors earn $129,300 vs. $102,740 for Public Relations Specialists. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.