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Publicist salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does a Publicist make in the United States?

Average base salary

$64,540
Average $64,540
Low $43,944
High $94,790

The average salary for a publicist is $64,540 per year in the United States. 59 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated October 15, 2026).

Publicist job openings in United States

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Publicist
Semafor
New York, NY
$90,000 - $110,000 a year
Full-time
3 weeks ago

Highest paying companies for Publicist in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
ALLEN INSTITUTE
 
$154,724per year
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Amen Clinics, Inc.
 
$107,500per year
Cox Enterprises
 
$101,700per year
Cox Fleet (Part of Cox Enterpr...
 
$101,700per year
West Coast Trial Lawyers
 
$100,000per year
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
 
$97,500per year

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Highest paying cities for Publicists near United States

  1. North Bay Village, FL
    $81,187 per year
  2. Atlanta, GA
    $79,547 per year
  3. Los Angeles, CA
    $69,718 per year
  4. New York, NY
    $66,003 per year
  5. Chandler, AZ
    $57,474 per year

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Publicist

The average salary for a Publicist is $64,540 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 59 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on October 15, 2026.

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Publicist salaries typically range between a low of $43,944 and a high of $94,790 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Publicist include ALLEN INSTITUTE ($154,724 per year) and Amen Clinics, Inc. ($107,500 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Publicist salary compares to related positions:

  • Junior Publicist: Average $56,949 per year
  • Senior Publicist: Average $70,824 per year

How much do similar professions as Publicist get paid in United States?

Junior Publicist

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Average $56,949 per year