Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in Grand Forks, ND
The median regulatory affairs specialist pay in the Grand Forks area is $36.77 per hour ($76,480 a year), with the typical range running from $29.87 to $48.42. That ranks 112th of 383 U.S. metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay, and 20th of 339 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Grand Forks.
- $36.77median pay per hour, Grand Forks
- $30–$48typical range per hour
- 80employed in the metro area
- 87cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in Grand Forks, ND
The metro median is 2% below the North Dakota statewide median of $37.71 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.70 per hour. BLS counts about 80 compliance officers employed in the Grand Forks metro area, 1.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.62).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.51 | $48,900 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $29.87 | $62,130 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Median | $36.77 | $76,480 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.42 | $100,710 | 28% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $64.45 | $134,060 | 71% above U.S. median |
How Grand Forks ranks
- 112th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 20th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 4 North Dakota 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 Grand Forks
- Overall prices in Grand Forks run 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 40% below the U.S. average (index 59.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $36.77 median hour buys what $42.43 buys at the national price level, 13% 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: $66,186
- Per month: $5,516
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Grand Forks metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo, ND | 74 mi | $32.15/hr | 136,285 |
| Bismarck, ND | 188 mi | $32.33/hr | 77,772 |
| St. Cloud, MN | 215 mi | $35.56/hr | 72,145 |
| Duluth, MN | 245 mi | $34.88/hr | 87,986 |
| Maple Grove, MN | 259 mi | $43.23/hr | 72,739 |
| Coon Rapids, MN | 261 mi | $43.23/hr | 63,807 |
Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in North Dakota · Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in North Dakota
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 Dakota 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 Grand Forks, ND?
Regulatory Affairs Specialists in the Grand Forks metro area have a median pay of $36.77 per hour, about $76,480 a year. The middle half earn between $29.87 and $48.42 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Grand Forks a good place for regulatory affairs specialists once cost of living is counted?
Grand Forks ranks 20th of 339 metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 112th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 13% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a North Dakota license to work in Grand Forks as a regulatory affairs specialist?
Bachelor’s degree in a science or related field. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Dakota requires for your role with the North Dakota 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 Grand Forks?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Grand Forks and across North Dakota. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Grand Forks.
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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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