Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in Bridgeport, CT
The median regulatory affairs specialist pay in the Bridgeport area is $44.20 per hour ($91,930 a year), with the typical range running from $34.16 to $57.71. That ranks 18th of 383 U.S. metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay, and 30th of 339 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Bridgeport.
- $44.20median pay per hour, Bridgeport
- $34–$58typical range per hour
- 740employed in the metro area
- 107cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in Bridgeport, CT
The metro median is 5% above the Connecticut statewide median of $41.93 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.70 per hour. BLS counts about 740 compliance officers employed in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury metro area, 1.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.71).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $28.09 | $58,430 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $34.16 | $71,050 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Median | $44.20 | $91,930 | 17% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $57.71 | $120,040 | 53% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $73.21 | $152,280 | 94% above U.S. median |
How Bridgeport ranks
- 18th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 30th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Connecticut metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for regulatory affairs specialist. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Compliance Officers.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Compliance Officers (SOC 13-1041), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Bridgeport
- Overall prices in Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury run 7% above the U.S. average (index 106.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 50% above the U.S. average (index 150.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $44.20 median hour buys what $41.36 buys at the national price level, 10% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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- Per year: $79,560
- Per month: $6,630
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Haven, CT | 16 mi | $44.13/hr | 137,562 |
| Stamford, CT | 20 mi | $44.20/hr | 139,134 |
| Danbury, CT | 21 mi | $44.20/hr | 88,692 |
| Waterbury, CT | 27 mi | $35.86/hr | 115,908 |
| White Plains, NY | 31 mi | $44.87/hr | 62,561 |
| New Rochelle, NY | 35 mi | $44.87/hr | 85,512 |
Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in Connecticut · Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Connecticut
Regulatory affairs specialists prepare and manage submissions and keep products compliant with agency rules.
- Bachelor’s degree in a science or related field
- Knowledge of FDA and international requirements; RAC is a plus
- Technical writing and documentation skills
Connecticut taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do regulatory affairs specialists make in Bridgeport, CT?
Regulatory Affairs Specialists in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury metro area have a median pay of $44.20 per hour, about $91,930 a year. The middle half earn between $34.16 and $57.71 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bridgeport a good place for regulatory affairs specialists once cost of living is counted?
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury ranks 30th of 339 metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 18th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% above the U.S. average.
Do I need a Connecticut license to work in Bridgeport as a regulatory affairs specialist?
Bachelor’s degree in a science or related field. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place regulatory affairs specialists in Bridgeport?
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- MerckNorth Wales, PA · 1 posting$72.40/ hr$56–$89
- Johnson & JohnsonRaritan, NJ · 1 posting$57.78/ hr$44–$71
- Capital Health SystemPennington, NJ · 1 posting$52.58/ hr$45–$60
- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 1 posting$49.72/ hr$40–$60
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