Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in Ames, IA
The median regulatory affairs specialist pay in the Ames area is $36.43 per hour ($75,780 a year), with the typical range running from $29.98 to $41.78. That ranks 118th of 383 U.S. metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay, and 38th of 339 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Ames and what they pay.
- $36.43median pay per hour, Ames
- $30–$42typical range per hour
- 180employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in Ames, IA
The metro median is 3% above the Iowa statewide median of $35.35 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.70 per hour. BLS counts about 180 compliance officers employed in the Ames metro area, 3.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.24).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.11 | $50,150 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $29.98 | $62,360 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Median | $36.43 | $75,780 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $41.78 | $86,900 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $52.14 | $108,450 | 38% above U.S. median |
How Ames ranks
- 118th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 38th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 8 Iowa 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 Ames
- Overall prices in Ames run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 31% below the U.S. average (index 69.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $36.43 median hour buys what $41.01 buys at the national price level, 9% 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: $65,574
- Per month: $5,464
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Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ankeny, IA | 20 mi | $39.51/hr | 76,727 |
| Des Moines, IA | 31 mi | $39.51/hr | 213,096 |
| West Des Moines, IA | 34 mi | $39.51/hr | 73,664 |
| Waterloo, IA | 72 mi | $31.92/hr | 67,477 |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | 100 mi | $32.12/hr | 137,904 |
| Iowa City, IA | 111 mi | $32.35/hr | 76,710 |
Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in Iowa · Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Iowa
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
Iowa 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 Ames, IA?
Regulatory Affairs Specialists in the Ames metro area have a median pay of $36.43 per hour, about $75,780 a year. The middle half earn between $29.98 and $41.78 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Ames a good place for regulatory affairs specialists once cost of living is counted?
Ames ranks 38th of 339 metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 118th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Iowa license to work in Ames as a regulatory affairs specialist?
Bachelor’s degree in a science or related field. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Iowa requires for your role with the Iowa 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 Ames?
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- MerckNorth Wales, PA · 1 posting$72.40/ hr$56–$89
- Johnson & JohnsonRaritan, NJ · 1 posting$57.78/ hr$44–$71
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