Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in Lansing, MI
The median regulatory affairs specialist pay in the Lansing area is $36.47 per hour ($75,860 a year), with the typical range running from $28.94 to $40.86. That ranks 117th of 383 U.S. metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay, and 92nd of 339 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Lansing and what they pay.
- $36.47median pay per hour, Lansing
- $29–$41typical range per hour
- 550employed in the metro area
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in Lansing, MI
The metro median is 1% above the Michigan statewide median of $36.20 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.70 per hour. BLS counts about 550 compliance officers employed in the Lansing-East Lansing metro area, 2.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.99).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.52 | $48,920 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.94 | $60,200 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Median | $36.47 | $75,860 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $40.86 | $84,990 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $50.77 | $105,600 | 35% above U.S. median |
How Lansing ranks
- 117th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 92nd of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 14 Michigan 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 Lansing
- Overall prices in Lansing-East Lansing run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 17% below the U.S. average (index 83.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $36.47 median hour buys what $38.39 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.
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- Per year: $65,646
- Per month: $5,470
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Lansing-East Lansing metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battle Creek, MI | 45 mi | $32.99/hr | 52,205 |
| Flint, MI | 49 mi | $30.52/hr | 79,735 |
| Ann Arbor, MI | 52 mi | $35.63/hr | 122,925 |
| Kentwood, MI | 54 mi | $33.35/hr | 54,768 |
| Novi, MI | 57 mi | $37.46/hr | 67,675 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | 58 mi | $33.35/hr | 200,117 |
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What employers ask for, and tax basics in Michigan
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
Michigan 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 Lansing, MI?
Regulatory Affairs Specialists in the Lansing-East Lansing metro area have a median pay of $36.47 per hour, about $75,860 a year. The middle half earn between $28.94 and $40.86 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lansing a good place for regulatory affairs specialists once cost of living is counted?
Lansing-East Lansing ranks 92nd of 339 metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 117th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in Lansing as a regulatory affairs specialist?
Bachelor’s degree in a science or related field. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan 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 Lansing?
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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
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