Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in Santa Fe, NM
The median regulatory affairs specialist pay in the Santa Fe area is $28.60 per hour ($59,490 a year), with the typical range running from $24.38 to $33.01. That ranks 328th of 383 U.S. metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay, and 319th of 339 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Santa Fe.
- $28.60median pay per hour, Santa Fe
- $24–$33typical range per hour
- 200employed in the metro area
- 99cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in Santa Fe, NM
The metro median is 12% below the New Mexico statewide median of $32.52 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.70 per hour. BLS counts about 200 compliance officers employed in the Santa Fe metro area, 3.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.28).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $21.83 | $45,410 | 42% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $24.38 | $50,710 | 35% below U.S. median |
| Median | $28.60 | $59,490 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $33.01 | $68,660 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $46.69 | $97,120 | 24% above U.S. median |
How Santa Fe ranks
- 328th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 319th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 3 New Mexico 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 Santa Fe
- Overall prices in Santa Fe run 1% below the U.S. average (index 98.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 8% above the U.S. average (index 108.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $28.60 median hour buys what $28.96 buys at the national price level, 23% below 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: $51,480
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Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Santa Fe metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Rancho, NM | 48 mi | $33.13/hr | 112,524 |
| Albuquerque, NM | 54 mi | $33.13/hr | 560,326 |
| Amarillo, TX | 236 mi | $29.02/hr | 203,729 |
| Lubbock, TX | 274 mi | $28.17/hr | 272,086 |
| Flagstaff, AZ | 319 mi | $31.88/hr | 77,539 |
| Prescott Valley, AZ | 365 mi | $26.29/hr | 51,440 |
Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in New Mexico · Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in New Mexico
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 Mexico 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 Santa Fe, NM?
Regulatory Affairs Specialists in the Santa Fe metro area have a median pay of $28.60 per hour, about $59,490 a year. The middle half earn between $24.38 and $33.01 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Santa Fe a good place for regulatory affairs specialists once cost of living is counted?
Santa Fe ranks 319th of 339 metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 328th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a New Mexico license to work in Santa Fe as a regulatory affairs specialist?
Bachelor’s degree in a science or related field. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Mexico requires for your role with the New Mexico 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 Santa Fe?
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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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