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Research Regulatory Specialist
LCMC Health System · New Orleans, LA
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Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in New Orleans, LA
Regulatory Affairs Specialists in the New Orleans area earn a median of $37.36 per hour, about $77,710 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $27.64 and $47.38. That ranks 99th of 383 U.S. metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay, and 46th of 339 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near New Orleans.
- $37.36median pay per hour, New Orleans
- $28–$47typical range per hour
- 1,090employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in New Orleans, LA
The metro median is 22% above the Louisiana statewide median of $30.64 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.70 per hour. BLS counts about 1,090 compliance officers employed in the New Orleans-Metairie metro area, 2.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.96).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.09 | $45,950 | 41% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $27.64 | $57,490 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.36 | $77,710 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $47.38 | $98,550 | 26% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $60.96 | $126,800 | 62% above U.S. median |
How New Orleans ranks
- 99th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 46th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 8 Louisiana 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.
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- Overall prices in New Orleans-Metairie run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.36 median hour buys what $40.35 buys at the national price level, 7% 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 New Orleans paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,345
- Per year: $67,248
- Per month: $5,604
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the New Orleans-Metairie metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenner, LA | 19 mi | $37.36/hr | 64,650 |
| Gulfport, MS | 58 mi | $37.98/hr | 74,621 |
| Mobile, AL | 117 mi | $37.47/hr | 201,367 |
| Jackson, MS | 157 mi | $31.71/hr | 141,449 |
| Pensacola, FL | 166 mi | $30.25/hr | 53,898 |
| Lake Charles, LA | 196 mi | $31.05/hr | 81,157 |
Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in Louisiana · Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Louisiana
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
Louisiana 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 New Orleans, LA?
Regulatory Affairs Specialists in the New Orleans-Metairie metro area have a median pay of $37.36 per hour, about $77,710 a year. The middle half earn between $27.64 and $47.38 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is New Orleans a good place for regulatory affairs specialists once cost of living is counted?
New Orleans-Metairie ranks 46th of 339 metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 99th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Louisiana license to work in New Orleans as a regulatory affairs specialist?
Bachelor’s degree in a science or related field. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Louisiana requires for your role with the Louisiana 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 New Orleans?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in New Orleans and across Louisiana. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near New Orleans.
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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
13 Regulatory postings with published pay in the US, 12 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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