Public Affairs Careers

Public Affairs professionals earn a median salary of $62,500 at entry-level, rising to $100,000 at mid-level and $153,000 for senior roles across 1,097 job listings analyzed. The field is heavily concentrated in Washington, DC and New York, NY, reflecting the importance of proximity to government and media centers. In-demand skills include project management, stakeholder engagement, media relations, government relations, and written communication.

Last updated: March 2026