Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in St. Louis, MO
The median regulatory affairs specialist pay in the St. Louis area is $36.02 per hour ($74,930 a year), with the typical range running from $26.83 to $46.46. That ranks 127th of 383 U.S. metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay, and 110th of 339 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near St. Louis.
- $36.02median pay per hour, St. Louis
- $27–$46typical range per hour
- 2,790employed in the metro area
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in St. Louis, MO
The metro median is 15% above the Missouri statewide median of $31.23 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.70 per hour. BLS counts about 2,790 compliance officers employed in the St. Louis metro area, 2.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.81).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $21.03 | $43,740 | 44% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $26.83 | $55,810 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Median | $36.02 | $74,930 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $46.46 | $96,640 | 23% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $57.97 | $120,580 | 54% above U.S. median |
How St. Louis ranks
- 127th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 110th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 8 Missouri 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 St. Louis
- Overall prices in St. Louis run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 79.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $36.02 median hour buys what $37.88 buys at the national price level, in line with 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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Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florissant, MO | 12 mi | $36.02/hr | 51,290 |
| St. Charles, MO | 18 mi | $36.02/hr | 72,458 |
| Springfield, IL | 86 mi | $32.83/hr | 112,949 |
| Decatur, IL | 110 mi | $26.42/hr | 68,763 |
| Columbia, MO | 114 mi | $30.56/hr | 130,900 |
| Champaign, IL | 147 mi | $34.94/hr | 91,961 |
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What employers ask for, and tax basics in Missouri
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
Missouri 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 St. Louis, MO?
Regulatory Affairs Specialists in the St. Louis metro area have a median pay of $36.02 per hour, about $74,930 a year. The middle half earn between $26.83 and $46.46 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is St. Louis a good place for regulatory affairs specialists once cost of living is counted?
St. Louis ranks 110th of 339 metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 127th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Missouri license to work in St. Louis as a regulatory affairs specialist?
Bachelor’s degree in a science or related field. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri 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 St. Louis?
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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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