Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in West Des Moines, IA
Regulatory Affairs Specialists in the West Des Moines area earn a median of $39.51 per hour, about $82,170 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $31.36 and $46.53. That ranks 48th of 383 U.S. metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay, and 17th of 339 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near West Des Moines.
- $39.51median pay per hour, Des Moines
- $31–$47typical range per hour
- 1,510employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in West Des Moines, IA
The metro median is 12% above the Iowa statewide median of $35.35 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.70 per hour. BLS counts about 1,510 compliance officers employed in the Des Moines-West Des Moines metro area, 3.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.45).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $25.04 | $52,080 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $31.36 | $65,230 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $39.51 | $82,170 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $46.53 | $96,780 | 23% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $59.18 | $123,090 | 57% above U.S. median |
How West Des Moines ranks
- 48th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 17th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st 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 West Des Moines
- Overall prices in Des Moines-West Des Moines run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 15% below the U.S. average (index 84.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $39.51 median hour buys what $43.09 buys at the national price level, 14% 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: $71,118
- Per month: $5,926
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Des Moines-West Des Moines metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines, IA | 9 mi | $39.51/hr | 213,096 |
| Ankeny, IA | 16 mi | $39.51/hr | 76,727 |
| Ames, IA | 34 mi | $36.43/hr | 69,026 |
| Waterloo, IA | 98 mi | $31.92/hr | 67,477 |
| Council Bluffs, IA | 110 mi | $31.14/hr | 62,665 |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | 112 mi | $32.12/hr | 137,904 |
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 West Des Moines, IA?
Regulatory Affairs Specialists in the Des Moines-West Des Moines metro area have a median pay of $39.51 per hour, about $82,170 a year. The middle half earn between $31.36 and $46.53 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is West Des Moines a good place for regulatory affairs specialists once cost of living is counted?
Des Moines-West Des Moines ranks 17th of 339 metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 48th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Iowa license to work in West Des Moines 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 West Des Moines?
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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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