Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in Apex, NC
The median regulatory affairs specialist pay in the Apex area is $34.13 per hour ($70,980 a year), with the typical range running from $28.25 to $47.17. That ranks 175th of 383 U.S. metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay, and 197th of 339 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Apex.
- $34.13median pay per hour, Raleigh
- $28–$47typical range per hour
- 1,740employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in Apex, NC
The metro median is 5% below the North Carolina statewide median of $35.96 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.70 per hour. BLS counts about 1,740 compliance officers employed in the Raleigh-Cary 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% | $22.00 | $45,760 | 42% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.25 | $58,760 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Median | $34.13 | $70,980 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $47.17 | $98,110 | 25% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $57.70 | $120,020 | 53% above U.S. median |
How Apex ranks
- 175th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 197th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 13 North Carolina 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 Apex
- Overall prices in Raleigh-Cary run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $34.13 median hour buys what $34.77 buys at the national price level, 8% 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: $61,434
- Per month: $5,120
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Raleigh-Cary metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cary, NC | 5 mi | $34.13/hr | 182,659 |
| Raleigh, NC | 15 mi | $34.13/hr | 499,825 |
| Chapel Hill, NC | 17 mi | $40.11/hr | 64,028 |
| Durham, NC | 17 mi | $40.11/hr | 301,870 |
| Burlington, NC | 41 mi | $30.00/hr | 61,365 |
| Fayetteville, NC | 45 mi | $31.17/hr | 209,496 |
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What employers ask for, and tax basics in North Carolina
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
North Carolina 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 Apex, NC?
Regulatory Affairs Specialists in the Raleigh-Cary metro area have a median pay of $34.13 per hour, about $70,980 a year. The middle half earn between $28.25 and $47.17 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Apex a good place for regulatory affairs specialists once cost of living is counted?
Raleigh-Cary ranks 197th of 339 metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 175th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Apex as a regulatory affairs specialist?
Bachelor’s degree in a science or related field. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina 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 Apex?
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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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