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Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in Jersey City, NJ
The median regulatory affairs specialist pay in the Jersey City area is $44.87 per hour ($93,320 a year), with the typical range running from $34.94 to $59.84. That ranks 14th of 383 U.S. metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay, and 55th of 339 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Jersey City and its metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Jersey City.
- $44.87median pay per hour, New York
- $35–$60typical range per hour
- 22,410employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is in line with the New Jersey statewide median of $44.96 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.70 per hour. BLS counts about 22,410 compliance officers employed in the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area, 2.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.93).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $27.68 | $57,570 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $34.94 | $72,680 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Median | $44.87 | $93,320 | 19% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $59.84 | $124,470 | 59% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $66.21 | $137,720 | 76% above U.S. median |
How Jersey City ranks
- 14th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 55th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
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 Jersey City
- Overall prices in New York-Newark-Jersey City run 13% above the U.S. average (index 112.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 49% above the U.S. average (index 148.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $44.87 median hour buys what $39.86 buys at the national price level, 6% 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 Jersey City paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,615
- Per year: $80,766
- Per month: $6,730
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoboken, NJ | 3 mi | $44.87/hr | 59,149 |
| Bayonne, NJ | 4 mi | $44.87/hr | 74,532 |
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What employers ask for, and tax basics in New Jersey
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
New Jersey 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 Jersey City, NJ?
Regulatory Affairs Specialists in the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area have a median pay of $44.87 per hour, about $93,320 a year. The middle half earn between $34.94 and $59.84 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Jersey City a good place for regulatory affairs specialists once cost of living is counted?
New York-Newark-Jersey City ranks 55th of 339 metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 14th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 13% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring regulatory affairs specialists in Jersey City?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the New York-Newark-Jersey City area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Jersey City.
Do I need a New Jersey license to work in Jersey City as a regulatory affairs specialist?
Bachelor’s degree in a science or related field. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Jersey requires for your role with the New Jersey 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 Jersey City?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- MerckNorth Wales, PA · 1 posting$72.40/ hr$56–$89
- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 1 posting$49.72/ hr$40–$60
- Johnson & JohnsonWarsaw, IN · 2 postings$48.62/ hr$37–$61
- OSF Healthcare SystemPeoria, IL · 2 postings$39.22/ hr$36–$42
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2What they are offering now
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.
3Open now: 2 Regulatory roles
- Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist (Wound Closure & Healing) - MedTech SurgeryPermanent$92k–$148k/ year
- Regulatory Affairs CoordinatorPermanent$95k–$124k/ year
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