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Communications Specialist

Salary data based on 37 job postings

"The median salary for a Communications Specialist is $82,000 per year, with salaries ranging from $57,500 at the 10th percentile to $115,841 at the 90th percentile based on 22 job postings. Key skills required for this role include social media management, media relations, project management, graphic design, and press release writing."

Last updated: February 2026

Median

$82,000

10th Percentile

$57,500

90th Percentile

$115,841

Sample Size

22

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Communications Specialist Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$57,500Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$82,000Typical salary
90th Percentile$115,841Senior / top earners

Based on 22 job postings with salary data

Skills for Communications Specialist

Social media managementMedia relationsProject managementGraphic designPress release writingAdobe Creative SuitePhotographyWriting and editingWritten communicationVideo production

Common Employers Hiring Communications Specialist

  • UNITE HERE!3 positions
  • Booz Allen Hamilton2 positions
  • People Solutions Center1 positions
  • Air Line Pilots Association1 positions
  • Defenders of Wildlife1 positions

Top Locations for Communications Specialist

Washington, DCWashington, DC, USAArlington, VASt. Charles, Missouri, United StatesMcLean, VA

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Data extracted from 37 job postings on Daybook.com ยท Last updated February 2026