Communications

Communications Specialist

Salary data based on 54 job postings

"The median salary for a Communications Specialist is $76,500 per year, with salaries ranging from $57,500 at the 10th percentile to $112,788 at the 90th percentile based on 31 job postings. Key skills required for this role include media relations, social media management, project management, written communication, and press release writing."

Last updated: May 2026

Median

$76,500

10th Percentile

$57,500

90th Percentile

$112,788

Sample Size

31

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Communications Specialist Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$57,500Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$76,500Typical salary
90th Percentile$112,788Senior / top earners

Based on 31 job postings with salary data

Skills for Communications Specialist

Media relationsSocial media managementProject managementWritten communicationPress release writingGraphic designWriting and editingAdobe Creative SuitePhotographyVideo production

Common Employers Hiring Communications Specialist

  • Booz Allen Hamilton3 positions
  • UNITE HERE!3 positions
  • Air Line Pilots Association2 positions
  • Nebraska Humane Society2 positions
  • People Solutions Center1 positions

Top Locations for Communications Specialist

Washington, DCArlington, VAWashington, DC, USAWashington, District of Columbia, United StatesOmaha, Nebraska, United States

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Data extracted from 54 job postings on Daybook.com ยท Last updated May 2026