Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in Oklahoma City, OK
Pay for regulatory affairs specialists in the Oklahoma City area centers on $29.71 per hour, or about $61,800 a year. The lower quarter earns under $24.63 and the upper quarter over $39.32. That ranks 296th of 383 U.S. metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay, and 247th of 339 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Oklahoma City.
- $29.71median pay per hour, Oklahoma City
- $25–$39typical range per hour
- 1,860employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in Oklahoma City, OK
The metro median is in line with the Oklahoma statewide median of $29.68 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.70 per hour. BLS counts about 1,860 compliance officers employed in the Oklahoma City metro area, 2.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.08).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.75 | $43,160 | 45% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $24.63 | $51,230 | 35% below U.S. median |
| Median | $29.71 | $61,800 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $39.32 | $81,790 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.68 | $103,330 | 32% above U.S. median |
How Oklahoma City ranks
- 296th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 247th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 4 Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma City
- Overall prices in Oklahoma City run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% below the U.S. average (index 73.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $29.71 median hour buys what $32.86 buys at the national price level, 13% 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: $53,478
- Per month: $4,456
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Oklahoma 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midwest City, OK | 8 mi | $29.71/hr | 58,505 |
| Moore, OK | 10 mi | $29.71/hr | 63,845 |
| Enid, OK | 68 mi | $33.33/hr | 50,519 |
| Lawton, OK | 78 mi | $28.56/hr | 90,027 |
| Tulsa, OK | 101 mi | $31.76/hr | 415,154 |
| Broken Arrow, OK | 105 mi | $31.76/hr | 122,756 |
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What employers ask for, and tax basics in Oklahoma
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
Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma City, OK?
Regulatory Affairs Specialists in the Oklahoma City metro area have a median pay of $29.71 per hour, about $61,800 a year. The middle half earn between $24.63 and $39.32 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Oklahoma City a good place for regulatory affairs specialists once cost of living is counted?
Oklahoma City ranks 247th of 339 metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 296th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Oklahoma license to work in Oklahoma City as a regulatory affairs specialist?
Bachelor’s degree in a science or related field. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oklahoma requires for your role with the Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma City?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Oklahoma City and across Oklahoma. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Oklahoma City.
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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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