Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in Valdosta, GA
Pay for regulatory affairs specialists in the Valdosta area centers on $27.40 per hour, or about $57,000 a year. The lower quarter earns under $20.91 and the upper quarter over $32.02. That ranks 349th of 383 U.S. metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay, and 296th of 339 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Valdosta.
- $27.40median pay per hour, Valdosta
- $21–$32typical range per hour
- 70employed in the metro area
- 88cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in Valdosta, GA
The metro median is 11% below the Georgia statewide median of $30.77 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.70 per hour. BLS counts about 70 compliance officers employed in the Valdosta metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.53).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.92 | $35,190 | 55% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $20.91 | $43,490 | 45% below U.S. median |
| Median | $27.40 | $57,000 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $32.02 | $66,600 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $44.40 | $92,350 | 18% above U.S. median |
How Valdosta ranks
- 349th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 296th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 9th of 12 Georgia 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 Valdosta
- Overall prices in Valdosta run 12% below the U.S. average (index 88.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 41% below the U.S. average (index 58.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $27.40 median hour buys what $31.04 buys at the national price level, 18% below 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: $49,320
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Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tallahassee, FL | 64 mi | $20.40/hr | 205,089 |
| Albany, GA | 73 mi | $25.80/hr | 66,705 |
| Gainesville, FL | 98 mi | $24.32/hr | 148,720 |
| Jacksonville, FL | 103 mi | $35.40/hr | 1,009,833 |
| Warner Robins, GA | 123 mi | $31.18/hr | 86,199 |
| Dothan, AL | 129 mi | $27.88/hr | 71,650 |
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What employers ask for, and tax basics in Georgia
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
Georgia 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 Valdosta, GA?
Regulatory Affairs Specialists in the Valdosta metro area have a median pay of $27.40 per hour, about $57,000 a year. The middle half earn between $20.91 and $32.02 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Valdosta a good place for regulatory affairs specialists once cost of living is counted?
Valdosta ranks 296th of 339 metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 349th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 12% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Valdosta as a regulatory affairs specialist?
Bachelor’s degree in a science or related field. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia 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 Valdosta?
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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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