Elected Official

Press Secretary

Salary data based on 47 job postings

"The median salary for a Press Secretary in the Elected Official field is $65,000 per year, with salaries ranging from $47,500 at the 10th percentile to $103,500 at the 90th percentile based on 20 job postings. Key skills required for this role include media relations, press release writing, social media management, and strong written and verbal communication."

Last updated: February 2026

Median

$65,000

10th Percentile

$47,500

90th Percentile

$103,500

Sample Size

20

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Press Secretary Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$47,500Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$65,000Typical salary
90th Percentile$103,500Senior / top earners

Based on 20 job postings with salary data

Skills for Press Secretary

Media relationsPress release writingSocial media managementWritten communicationVerbal communicationEvent coordinationPolitical communicationsStrategic communicationsCrisis communicationAttention to detail

Common Employers Hiring Press Secretary

  • New York State Senate3 positions
  • South Carolina Office of the Attorney General2 positions
  • City of Minneapolis2 positions
  • Michigan House of Representatives2 positions
  • Cook County Government1 positions

Top Locations for Press Secretary

Washington, DC, USA40 La Riviere Drive, Buffalo, NY 14202Washington, DCColumbia, SCMinneapolis, MN

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Data extracted from 47 job postings on Daybook.com ยท Last updated February 2026