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Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in Wilmington, DE
Pay for regulatory affairs specialists in the Wilmington area centers on $39.29 per hour, or about $81,730 a year. The lower quarter earns under $30.34 and the upper quarter over $52.22. That ranks 53rd of 383 U.S. metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay, and 97th of 339 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Wilmington and its metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Wilmington.
- $39.29median pay per hour, Philadelphia
- $30–$52typical range per hour
- 8,690employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 8% below the Delaware statewide median of $42.53 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.70 per hour. BLS counts about 8,690 compliance officers employed in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area, 3.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.17).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.92 | $49,750 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $30.34 | $63,110 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Median | $39.29 | $81,730 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $52.22 | $108,620 | 39% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $64.03 | $133,180 | 70% above U.S. median |
How Wilmington ranks
- 53rd of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 97th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
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 Wilmington
- Overall prices in Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington run 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% above the U.S. average (index 113.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $39.29 median hour buys what $38.31 buys at the national price level, 2% 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.
Estimate your Wilmington paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,414
- Per year: $70,722
- Per month: $5,894
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camden, NJ | 27 mi | $39.29/hr | 71,749 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 28 mi | $39.29/hr | 1,573,916 |
| Vineland, NJ | 34 mi | $35.26/hr | 62,070 |
| Lancaster, PA | 46 mi | $29.69/hr | 58,441 |
| Reading, PA | 47 mi | $30.96/hr | 96,000 |
| Trenton, NJ | 53 mi | $39.79/hr | 91,193 |
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What employers ask for, and tax basics in Delaware
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
Delaware 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 Wilmington, DE?
Regulatory Affairs Specialists in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area have a median pay of $39.29 per hour, about $81,730 a year. The middle half earn between $30.34 and $52.22 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Wilmington a good place for regulatory affairs specialists once cost of living is counted?
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington ranks 97th of 339 metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 53rd of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring regulatory affairs specialists in Wilmington?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Wilmington.
Do I need a Delaware license to work in Wilmington as a regulatory affairs specialist?
Bachelor’s degree in a science or related field. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Delaware requires for your role with the Delaware 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 Wilmington?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- 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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Low$28Median$39.22High$61
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