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Communications Specialist

Salary data based on 62 job postings

"The median salary for a Communications Specialist is $74,980 per year, with salaries ranging from $57,500 at the 10th percentile to $112,788 at the 90th percentile based on 37 job postings. Key skills required for this role include social media management, media relations, project management, and writing and editing."

Last updated: June 2026

Median

$74,980

10th Percentile

$57,500

90th Percentile

$112,788

Sample Size

37

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Communications Specialist Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$57,500Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$74,980Typical salary
90th Percentile$112,788Senior / top earners

Based on 37 job postings with salary data

Skills for Communications Specialist

Social media managementMedia relationsProject managementWriting and editingWritten communicationPress release writingGraphic designAdobe Creative SuiteVideo productionPhotography

Common Employers Hiring Communications Specialist

  • Air Line Pilots Association3 positions
  • Booz Allen Hamilton3 positions
  • UNITE HERE!3 positions
  • State of Utah Senate2 positions
  • Nebraska Humane Society2 positions

Top Locations for Communications Specialist

Washington, DCArlington, VAWashington, DC, USAMcLean, VAWashington, District of Columbia, United States

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Data extracted from 62 job postings on Daybook.com ยท Last updated June 2026